PDF Utilities

Unlock PDF

Remove password protection and decryption locks from PDF files instantly. Runs 100% locally in your browser for total security.

Unlock PDF

Remove passwords, restrictions, and encryption layers from your PDF locally.

Drag & drop your secured PDF here or browse

Supports single PDF files (up to 80MB)

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What is this tool?

Unlock PDF removes security layers, passwords, and user restrictions from standard PDF files. It decrypts page objects and structures locally using pdf-lib.

How to use it

1. Select and upload a password-protected PDF file.

2. When prompted, type the document password.

3. Click "Unlock & Decrypt".

4. Download the decrypted PDF document to save it password-free.

Pro tips

  • If your document has printing locked, this tool removes it instantly so you can print it freely.
  • Unlocking the document beforehand is recommended if you plan to edit or merge it using our other PDF tools.

Frequently asked questions

Can I unlock a PDF if I do not know the password?

No. To unlock a password-protected PDF, you must enter the correct password. This tool decrypts the document using the password and saves a copy without restrictions so you do not have to type the password every time.

Which restrictions does this tool remove?

It removes owner passwords, user passwords, printing locks, editing blocks, and copy-paste restrictions.

Is it safe to type my password here?

Yes, completely. The decryption happens entirely client-side on your local device. Your password and PDF files are never uploaded to any servers, ensuring absolute privacy and security.