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Unlock PDF Online Free

Unlock a password-protected PDF by providing its password and download an unlocked copy.

Files stay in your browser Runs on your device Free to use
Choose or drop a password-protected PDF
Enter the password to unlock. Files stay in your browser.
Quick start

How to use Unlock PDF in 3 simple steps

1

Upload PDF

Choose a password-protected PDF.

2

Enter Password

Provide the document password.

3

Download

Save the unlocked PDF.

About this tool

Unlock PDFs You Own

You must know the password. The tool does not crack or bypass protection.

Key features & capabilities

Password required
No upload
No bypass

Frequently asked questions about Unlock PDF

Common questions about usage, privacy, limits, and browser compatibility.

Do I need the password?

Yes. The correct password is required. This keeps your documents safe and processing fast in your browser.

Can it crack passwords?

No. It only removes protection when you know the password. This keeps your documents safe and processing fast in your browser.

Are files uploaded?

No. Unlocking happens in your browser. This keeps your documents safe and processing fast in your browser.

What if the password is wrong?

An error message is shown. This keeps your documents safe and processing fast in your browser. Results are ready in seconds.

Is it free?

Yes, with no sign-up. This keeps your documents safe and processing fast in your browser. Results are ready in seconds.

Does it preserve content?

Yes. Only encryption is removed. This keeps your documents safe and processing fast in your browser now.