Remove PDF Password
Unlock a PDF you own — remove the open password and copy/print restrictions. 100% in your browser.
Drop your locked PDF here
or click to browse · PDF only
Any Encryption
AES-128, AES-256 and legacy RC4 — all supported. Owner-only permission locks come off too.
100% Private
Your PDF and password never leave your device. Everything happens in the browser.
Instant
Small PDFs unlock in under a second — no upload, no queue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I unlock a PDF without the password?
No. This tool doesn't crack passwords — you need to know the open password. If a PDF only has permission restrictions (no open password), leave the field blank.
What's the difference between open and permission passwords?
The open password is required to view the file. The permission (owner) password only restricts printing, copying, etc. Both are removed here.
Is anything uploaded?
No. Decryption happens in your browser — your file and password never touch a server.
Will formatting change?
No. The PDF is saved byte-preserving apart from the encryption dictionary — pages, fonts, images and annotations are untouched.
Is this legal?
Yes, for PDFs you own or have permission to modify. Don't remove protection from documents you aren't authorized to change.