Unlock a PDF — Remove the Password
Remove the open-password from a PDF you have permission to unlock. The tool works locally in your browser so nothing is uploaded.
Unlock PDF
Remove password protection from a PDF
Works on most password-protected PDFs. Files never leave your browser.
About the Unlock PDF tool
Use this to permanently drop the password from PDFs where you already know it — for example, older bank statements or HR letters you want to add to a personal archive.
Only unlock PDFs you're authorised to access; bypassing security on files you don't own may be illegal.
Key features of Unlock PDF
- Removes user-password protection
- Requires the current password — no cracking
- In-browser processing keeps files private
- Free, unlimited, watermark-free
How to use Unlock PDF
- Upload the password-protected PDF.
- Enter the current password.
- Click ‘Unlock PDF’.
- Download the unlocked file.
Common use cases
- Archive bank statements without passwords
- Prepare unlocked copies for a personal library
- Remove passwords from files you authored
- Simplify sharing PDFs you control
- Convert protected PDFs to other formats after unlocking
Frequently asked questions
Can this tool crack unknown passwords?
No. You must provide the correct password — the tool only removes protection you're authorised to remove.
Is it legal to unlock a PDF?
Only if you own the file or have permission from the copyright holder. Check the licence before unlocking.
Is this tool safe to use with confidential files?
Yes. Every file is processed locally inside your web browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Nothing is uploaded to a server, stored, or shared — so contracts, invoices, medical records and personal documents stay 100% private on your device.
Is it really free? Are there any limits or watermarks?
Yes, it's completely free with no sign-up, no daily limits, and no watermarks stamped on your output. Process a single file or hundreds — the only limit is your device's memory.