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Unlock PDF Online
Remove a PDF password when you know it. Decrypt and download an unprotected copy in your browser.
- Private when possible
- No account required
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About this tool
If you own the file and remember the open password, Unlock PDF decrypts it with @cantoo/pdf-lib and saves a new copy without encryption. Useful before editing or merging.
How to use
- Upload the protected PDF.
- Enter the correct password.
- Click Unlock PDF.
- Download the unprotected file.
Features
- Password-based decryption
- Rebuilds unprotected PDF
- Client-side processing
- Clear failure messages for wrong passwords
Common use cases
- Prepare files for merge
- Edit after unlock
- Archive without locks
Supported formats
Privacy
This tool processes data in your browser. Content is not uploaded to our servers unless a feature explicitly requires a network request.
Limitations
- Only works when the password is correct and the encryption variant is supported.
- Cannot bypass unknown passwords.
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