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Remove a password or printing/copying restrictions from a PDF you own. If the file is password-protected, enter the password to unlock it. 100% in your browser.

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Remove PDF Passwords and Restrictions Instantly

Our Unlock PDF tool removes passwords and usage restrictions from your PDF files entirely in your browser. No uploads, no server processing, and no watermarks — just drag your file in, enter the password if needed, and download the unlocked version instantly. Whether it's a forgotten password on your own invoice or a restricted report you need to edit, this free tool handles it all with complete privacy. 100% browser-based, completely private, free, and no watermarks.

Why Use Unlock PDF Tool?

  • 100% Browser-Based: Your PDF never leaves your device — decryption happens locally using Web APIs.
  • No Uploads, Ever: Unlike online services that send files to the cloud, everything runs offline in your browser.
  • Free & No Watermarks: Unlimited unlocks with zero cost and no branding added to your output.
  • Removes All Restrictions: Strips printing, copying, and editing blocks in one click.

How to Unlock a PDF

  1. Drag and drop your PDF file into the tool, or click to select it from your device.
  2. If the file has an open password, enter it when prompted. If it only has restrictions, it unlocks automatically.
  3. Click "Unlock & Download" — the restriction-free PDF downloads immediately.
  4. Open the unlocked PDF to verify all restrictions are removed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I unlock a PDF?

Upload the PDF. If it only has restrictions, it unlocks automatically. If it is password-protected, enter the password you set to decrypt it.

Does it work for password-protected files?

Yes, as long as you know the password. Enter it and the saved copy will open without a password.

Is it legal to unlock a PDF?

Unlocking works on documents you own or have permission to use — such as your own invoice, report, or form.

Is unlocking a PDF free?

Yes. It is completely free with no watermarks, no sign-up, and no file size limitations.

Are my PDFs uploaded?

No. Decryption happens entirely in your browser. Your file and password never leave your device.