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Unlock PDF Online Free — Remove Password Protection

Unlock a password-protected PDF: enter the password and get an unprotected version of the document. Works when you know the password. Processing is local — no third-party services involved.

Drag a PDF here or choose a file

    How it works

    Three steps — done

    The entire process takes under a minute. No software installation or registration required.

    1

    Upload the protected PDF

    Drag the password-protected PDF here or click "choose a file".

    2

    Enter the current password

    Enter the password the file is protected with. Without it, protection cannot be removed.

    3

    Download the unlocked PDF

    Click "Remove password" — your PDF will download without password protection.

    Why us

    Secure, fast, and free

    The principles we uphold for every tool.

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    Files deleted immediately

    Documents are removed from our server as soon as you download the result. We store nothing.

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    No external APIs

    Processing happens on our server — your files are never sent to OpenAI, Google, or Amazon.

    No registration required

    No account, email, or password needed. Upload your file and get the result instantly.

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    Works on any device

    Fully optimised for smartphones and tablets — runs directly in your browser.

    FAQ

    Frequently asked questions

    Answers about security, formats, and limitations.

    Can I crack a PDF without knowing the password?
    No. The tool only works if you know the password. We do not crack encryption — this is legally and technically impossible for AES-256.
    Why do I need to enter the password?
    Removing protection is a legitimate operation on your own file. We open the PDF with the password and re-save it without encryption.
    The PDF is copy-protected but no password is required to open it?
    Such files have an owner password. Leave the password field blank or try entering the password — the tool handles most cases.
    Will the document be fully accessible after the password is removed?
    Yes. The unlocked PDF can be opened, copied, edited, and printed without restrictions.
    Is it legal to remove the password from my own PDF?
    Yes, removing protection from your own documents is entirely legal. Our tool is not intended to bypass someone else's security.