Unlock PDF
Remove the open password from a PDF you already have access to — so it stops asking every time.
How to remove a password from a PDF
Open the PDF
Drop the password-protected PDF.
Enter its password
Type the password you already use to open it.
Download
Save an unlocked copy that opens without a password.
Why people use Unlock PDF
“It asks for my password every single time.”
Save an unlocked copy for your own records.
“I need to upload it, but it’s locked.”
Many portals reject password-protected PDFs.
“The tool won’t open a protected file.”
Unlock first, then merge, sign or compress.
Unlock without sending your password anywhere
Both the file and the password stay in your browser. We only remove passwords you know — this tool does not crack or guess passwords.
Your password, your file
Works when you know the password — no cracking.
Nothing uploaded
Neither the PDF nor the password leaves your device.
Clean copy
The unlocked PDF opens anywhere without prompting.
Keeps content
Pages and text are preserved.
Frequently asked questions
Is it really free?
Yes. No daily limits, no sign-up and no watermark. Because the work happens on your device, it costs us nothing to run — the site is supported by unobtrusive ads.
Are my files uploaded anywhere?
No. Your files are opened and processed by code running in this browser tab. Nothing is sent to a server — you can confirm it in your browser’s Network panel, or by turning off Wi-Fi after the page loads.
Can you unlock a PDF if I forgot the password?
No. This tool only removes a password you know. Contact the sender of the document if you’ve lost access.
Is it legal to remove a PDF password?
Removing the password from your own documents, such as your bank statements, is generally fine. Don’t use it on documents you aren’t authorized to access.
Does it remove editing restrictions too?
Yes — the saved copy has no encryption, so it opens without a password and without permission restrictions.