Can you unlock a PDF without the password?

No. You must know the password — the tool decrypts documents you are authorised to open.

Will unlocking change the content?

No. Only the encryption layer is removed; pages, text and images stay identical.

Does the unlock pdf tool work for online form and portal uploads?

Yes. It is built for portals that enforce strict file limits — exam boards, job applications, university and government forms. You control the output before you download it.

Will it work on a low-end phone or a slow mobile connection?

Yes. Files are processed inside your browser instead of being uploaded, so nothing depends on upload speed and it works on budget phones on 3G or 4G.

Is there any charge, watermark or sign-up?

No. Every tool is completely free, unlimited, watermark-free and requires no account, email or payment.

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Unlock PDF online — remove a PDF password

Remove encryption from a file you know the password for.

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Drag it anywhere in this area — everything stays on your device.

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How to unlock PDF in your browser

Remove the password from a PDF you have the password for. The file is decrypted locally and saved as an unrestricted copy so you can print, copy and edit it normally.

1Upload the encrypted PDF.
2Enter its current password.
3Run the unlock.
4Download the unrestricted PDF.

What this unlock PDF online tool does

Removes open passwords

Enter the current password once and download a version that opens without any prompt.

Clears restrictions

Printing, copying and editing limits attached to the encryption are cleared alongside the password.

Owner-only workflow

This tool decrypts files you can already open — it does not crack unknown passwords.

Why people use it

Free with no account, no email and no watermark
Runs in the browser — documents stay on your device
Works on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS
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Frequently asked questions

Can you unlock a PDF without the password?: No. You must know the password — the tool decrypts documents you are authorised to open.
Will unlocking change the content?: No. Only the encryption layer is removed; pages, text and images stay identical.
Does the unlock pdf tool work for online form and portal uploads?: Yes. It is built for portals that enforce strict file limits — exam boards, job applications, university and government forms. You control the output before you download it.
Will it work on a low-end phone or a slow mobile connection?: Yes. Files are processed inside your browser instead of being uploaded, so nothing depends on upload speed and it works on budget phones on 3G or 4G.
Is there any charge, watermark or sign-up?: No. Every tool is completely free, unlimited, watermark-free and requires no account, email or payment.

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