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Remove the password from a protected PDF entirely in your browser. The file and your password are never uploaded. No account, no email.

Frequently asked questions

Does my file or password get uploaded?
No. The password removal runs entirely in your browser, on your own device. The protected file and the password are never transmitted — they stay on your device throughout.
Do I need to know the password?
Yes — you need the correct open (user) password to remove protection. This tool removes a known password; it cannot crack or bypass an unknown one.
What happens if I enter the wrong password?
You get a clear message that the password was incorrect. The original file is unchanged — you can try again with a different password.
Does it change anything else in the document?
No. Only the password protection is removed; the content, layout, images, and metadata are left exactly as they were in the original.

Guide

Remove a PDF password — unlock a PDF you own

Remove the password from a PDF file you own so it opens without prompting. This guide explains when unlocking works, when it doesn't, and the difference between open and permissions passwords.

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