PDF Unlock
Remove password protection from PDF documents when you know the password.
Drop a password-protected PDF here or click to upload
Remove password protection from your PDF
How to Use the PDF Unlocker
Upload a password-protected PDF file, enter the document password, then click "Unlock PDF" to download an unprotected version that can be opened without a password.
Current Status
PDF decryption is a planned feature. It requires low-level cryptographic operations (AES / RC4) that are not yet available in browser-based PDF libraries. We are working on adding WebAssembly-based decryption support in a future update.
Privacy
When available, all decryption will happen entirely in your browser. Your files and passwords will never be sent to any server.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will this feature be available?
We are working on implementing WebAssembly-based PDF decryption. The feature will be available in a future update.
Do I need to know the password?
Yes. This tool requires the correct document password to unlock the PDF. It does not crack or bypass passwords.
Will my files be uploaded to a server?
No. When available, all decryption will happen locally in your browser. Your files and passwords will never leave your device.
What types of PDF protection can be removed?
We plan to support removing both user passwords (needed to open the document) and owner passwords (that restrict printing, copying, etc.).
Is there a free alternative?
You can use desktop applications like qpdf or LibreOffice to remove PDF passwords for free if you know the password.
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