Free Unlock PDF (Remove Password) Tool
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About the Unlock PDF
Remove a known password from a protected PDF — enter the password and download the unlocked file, all in your browser with no upload.
How to use the Unlock PDF
- 1Add a password-protected PDF — drop it in or click to browse.
- 2Enter the PDF's password.
- 3Click Download unlocked PDF to save a copy that opens without a password.
Frequently asked questions
Is this unlock PDF tool free?
Yes — completely free with no sign-up and no watermark on the result.
Is my PDF or password uploaded anywhere?
No. The password is checked and removed entirely in your browser — neither the file nor the password ever leaves your device.
Do I need to know the password?
Yes. This removes a password you already know (or its owner password) — it doesn't crack or bypass one you don't have.
Which protected PDFs does this work on?
PDFs protected with standard RC4 128-bit encryption (the kind this site's Protect PDF tool creates, and what most password-protected PDFs use). Newer AES-256 protected files aren't supported.
What happens if I enter the wrong password?
The tool tells you the password is incorrect and nothing is downloaded.
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