Remove the open password and the printing, copying or editing restrictions from a PDF you have the password for. It's decrypted in your browser, so neither the file nor the password is uploaded, and there's no size limit or sign-up.
How to use Unlock PDF
Choose a protected PDF.
Type its password if it asks for one to open. Files that only restrict printing or copying unlock without one.
Check what was removed.
Click Download PDF to save the unlocked copy.
Frequently asked questions
How do I remove a password from a PDF?
Open the PDF here and enter its password. You'll get a copy that opens without a password and has no restrictions.
Can I unlock a PDF without the password?
If the file only restricts printing, copying or editing, it unlocks without a password. If it needs a password just to open, you must know that password; this tool does not crack passwords.
Why can't I print or copy text from my PDF?
The author has set permission restrictions. Unlocking the file removes them, provided you're allowed to.
Can I unlock a bank statement, e-Aadhaar or Form 16 PDF?
Yes, with the password that came with it. Banks, UIDAI and employers send these as password-protected PDFs, and the sender tells you how the password is formed. Enter it here once to save a copy without a password, which other tools can then merge, compress or convert.
What happens if I type the wrong password?
You're asked again. Nothing is saved until the right password is entered.
Is my PDF and password sent anywhere?
No. The PDF is decrypted in your browser and neither the file nor the password is uploaded.
What to do after unlocking
Turn a statement into a spreadsheet with PDF to Excel.
Combine it with other documents using Merge PDF, or shrink it with Compress PDF for an upload.
Keep the unlocked copy private: anyone who gets it can open it. To share it safely, set a new password.