Remove a password from a PDF
Tired of typing the password every time? If you know the password, PDFroo saves an unlocked copy. It also removes printing and copying restrictions from PDFs you own.
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How to use Unlock PDF with PDFroo
- Choose the protected PDF.
- Enter the password (leave empty if the file only has restrictions).
- Press “Unlock PDF” and download the unlocked copy.
Unlock before merging or editing
Most PDF tools cannot edit encrypted files. Unlock first, then merge, compress or sign the unlocked copy.
Frequently asked questions
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. PDFroo processes your files inside your own browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Nothing is uploaded, so your documents never leave your device and there is nothing for us to store or delete.
Can PDFroo crack an unknown password?
No. Unlock PDF only works when you know the password. Please only unlock documents you have the right to access.
My PDF opens without a password but I can’t print it.
That file has an owner password with restrictions. Leave the password field empty and PDFroo will remove the restrictions.
Is the content changed?
No. The document is decrypted and saved without encryption; pages and quality are unchanged.