Remove a Password from a PDF

Bank statements, tickets and insurance documents are often delivered password protected, which is sensible for delivery but annoying afterwards. Typing the password every time you open a file, or being unable to print it, quickly becomes tiresome. If the document is yours and you know the password, this tool removes that restriction and returns a normal, open PDF.

What you can do with it

How to use this tool

  1. Upload the protected PDF.
  2. Enter the password that currently opens the document.
  3. Remove the protection.
  4. Download the unlocked PDF.

Frequently asked questions

Can I unlock a PDF without knowing the password?

No. You need the correct password. The tool is meant for documents you already have access to.

Is it legal to remove a password?

It is fine for your own files, such as statements or tickets issued to you. Do not remove protection from documents you have no right to.

Does unlocking reduce quality?

No. Only the encryption layer is removed. The pages themselves are untouched.

Do you store the password?

The password is used only to open your file during processing.