Unlock PDF
PDF toolNewRemove the password and restrictions from a PDF you can open.
This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your files never leave your device — nothing is uploaded.
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Frequently asked questions
Is my PDF or password uploaded to a server?
No. Unlocking runs entirely in your browser using qpdf compiled to WebAssembly. Your PDF and the password you type never leave your device.
Do I need to know the password?
For a PDF that asks for a password to open, yes — you must enter the correct password. This tool removes a password from a document you're allowed to open; it does not guess or crack unknown passwords. If your PDF opens fine but blocks printing, copying or editing, you can remove those restrictions without a password.
What's the difference between a password and restrictions?
A PDF can have an open password (needed to view it) and/or an owner password that only limits actions like printing and copying. This tool removes both from the copy it creates, so leave the password field blank if the file already opens.
Does unlocking keep the text and quality?
Yes. The unlocked PDF keeps its selectable text, images and layout exactly — it's a true decrypted copy, not a picture of the pages.