Unlock PDF
Unlock a PDF file in your browser — free, fast and private.
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How to use Unlock PDF
- Choose the locked PDF (or a .enc file made by Protect PDF).
- Enter its password if it has one.
- Click Unlock & Download.
- Save the unlocked PDF.
Note: this tool runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Honest limit: Cannot crack or bypass an unknown password. Some standard PDF encryption is not supported by the browser library even with the correct password.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Unlock PDF free?
Yes, it is 100% free with no sign-up.
Can it unlock a PDF whose password I do not know?
No. It cannot crack, guess or bypass an unknown password.
What about .enc files?
Files encrypted by the Protect PDF tool on this site (.pdf.enc) are decrypted here with the same password.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Unlocking happens entirely in your browser.