What this tool does
Unlock PDF removes password protection from a PDF once you provide the correct password, producing an unencrypted copy. It runs entirely in your browser tab — the file and password are never uploaded anywhere.
How to use it
- Drop a password-protected PDF onto the box above.
- Enter its password.
- Click Unlock PDF to download the unprotected copy.
Limitations
You need the correct password — this tool checks it and rejects a wrong one with a clear error rather than a silent failure. It does not attempt to recover, guess, or crack a password you don't have.
Frequently asked questions
Can this remove a password I don't know?
No. This tool removes protection from a PDF using a password you already have — it does not crack, guess, or brute-force passwords. If you don't know the password, this tool can't help.
What if my PDF isn't password-protected?
This tool checks first and tells you plainly that there's nothing to unlock, rather than producing a pointless "unlocked" copy.