Three simple steps
- Choose the protected PDF.
- Enter the document's current valid password.
- Unlock and download the new PDF copy.
Drop your PDF here
Choose a protected PDF and enter its current password.
One PDF · Up to 50 MB · 100 pagesReady to unlock
The downloaded PDF will open without asking for a password.
Changing PDF encryption may invalidate existing digital signatures.
Protect & Unlock guide
How to use Unlock PDF
Create an unprotected copy of a PDF when you know its valid open or owner password.
Authorized access only
- This tool does not recover, guess, or bypass unknown passwords.
- Use it only for documents you own or are authorized to modify.
- Removing encryption may invalidate existing digital signatures.
Frequently asked questions
Can this recover an unknown PDF password?
No. A valid current password is required.
Will the downloaded PDF ask for a password?
No. The new copy opens without the removed password.
Can unlocking affect digital signatures?
Yes. Rewriting the PDF may invalidate an existing certificate-backed signature.