Remove a password from a PDF
Strip encryption from files you are authorised to open.
Unlock PDF
Strip encryption from files you are authorised to open.
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Why use this tool
Bank statements often arrive encrypted, and retyping the password every single time is tiresome. Enter it once here and download a clean copy without encryption, ready to merge, sign or archive.
How to unlock pdf in three steps
- 1
Upload the protected PDF.
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Enter the password that currently opens it.
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Download the unlocked copy.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to know the password?
Yes. This tool removes protection from documents you can already open. It does not break or guess passwords.
Is it legal to unlock a PDF?
Only when you own the document or have permission from the owner. Removing protection from someone else's file may be unlawful.
Is my password stored?
No. It is used in memory for the single operation and never written to disk or logs.