About Unlock PDF
Remove password protection from a PDF you own — for example, one you password-protected yourself and no longer need locked, or a file where you know the password but retyping it every time is a hassle.
How to unlock pdf
- 1Upload the password-protected PDF.
- 2Enter the current password for the file.
- 3Click Run Unlock PDF.
- 4Download the unlocked copy, now openable without a password.
Tips
You'll need the correct existing password — this tool removes protection, it doesn't recover or guess a forgotten one.
Only unlock files you have the right to open freely; keep the protected original if you might need to re-share it securely later.
If you just want to change the password rather than remove it, unlock the file first, then run it through Protect PDF with the new password.
FAQ
Is unlocking a PDF free?
Yes, free with no sign-up.
What's the maximum file size?
PDFs up to 100 MB.
Do you store the password I enter?
No. It's used only to process the file over HTTPS, and both the password and the file are discarded automatically within 1 hour.
Does this work on mobile?
Yes, in any modern mobile browser.