How to Password Protect and Unlock PDF Files Online

Updated Feb 20245 min read

Protecting sensitive PDF documents with passwords is essential for maintaining confidentiality. Our tools let you both add and remove password protection from PDF files.

How to Protect a PDF with Password

  1. Visit our Protect PDF tool
  2. Upload your PDF file
  3. Enter your desired password
  4. Click "Protect Now"
  5. Download your password-protected PDF

How to Remove PDF Password

  1. Visit our Unlock PDF tool
  2. Upload your protected PDF file
  3. Enter the current password
  4. Click "Unlock Now"
  5. Download your unlocked PDF

Security Tips

  • Use strong, unique passwords
  • Store passwords securely
  • Only share passwords through secure channels
  • Your files are automatically deleted after 24 hours

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