Unlock PDF
Remove restrictions from a PDF you own.
Runs 100% in your browser — nothing is uploaded
Remove owner restrictions (printing and copying limits) from a PDF you have the right to modify, and re-save it unlocked — all in your browser. Nothing is uploaded, so it is safe for private documents.
Frequently asked questions
Is my PDF uploaded?
No. The file is processed locally with pdf-lib and re-saved in your browser.
What kind of protection can it remove?
Owner-password restrictions such as no-printing or no-copying. Strong user-password (open-password) encryption can't be removed in the browser.
Is this legal?
Only unlock PDFs you own or are authorised to modify. Removing protection from someone else's document may be against the law.
Does it change the content?
No. It only removes restrictions; the pages, text, and images are unchanged.
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