How to Unlock a PDF Document
Remove passwords and editing permissions in 3 simple steps.
Upload Your Locked PDF
Select your password-protected or restricted PDF file and drop it into the unlocker above.
Decrypt Document Stream
Enter the file password if required. Our engine strips away owner encryption dictionaries and permission bits.
Download Unlocked PDF
Your PDF is ready with all restrictions removed. Print, edit, and copy content freely without prompts.
The Best Online PDF Unlocker
Strip away restrictive permission flags, re-enable copying and printing, and decrypt AES password streams in seconds.
Permanent Password Removal
Removes owner passwords so you never have to re-enter a password every time you open the document.
Enables Printing & Copying
Lifts annoying restrictions that prevent highlighting text, copying quotes, or sending pages to a printer.
Confidential & Safe
All transmissions are encrypted via SSL/TLS. Files are processed in private memory and deleted immediately.
100% Free with No Watermarks
Unlock unlimited PDF files with zero subscriptions, watermarks, or credit card requirements.
Instant Decryption Engine
Decodes 128-bit and 256-bit AES cryptographic wrappers in milliseconds without losing visual layout.
Cross-Platform Access
Unlock documents directly in your web browser on Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.
Header Decryption & Permission Flag Removal
PDF Maya cleanses security trailer dictionaries to restore full native PDF access without degrading page vectors.
Removal of Owner Permissions
Resets permission flags that disable printing, high-resolution rasterization, form field editing, and mouse text selections.
Lossless Content Stream Preservation
Internal text layers, embedded typography, links, and high-resolution images remain completely untouched and unaltered.
Unlocks Batch Tool Operations
Enables previously locked documents to be merged into master archives, split into ranges, compressed, or organized.
Universal Reader Compatibility
Produces clean, unrestricted ISO PDF files that open effortlessly across Chrome, Acrobat, Safari, and mobile viewers.
Practical PDF Unlocking Use Cases
Restore full productivity across business, academic, and administrative tasks.
Blocked Printing & Copying Rights
Re-enable printing and text copying on utility bills, research reports, and academic journals.
Archiving & Document Merging
Remove security flags so locked files can be merged, split, compressed, or organized into master portfolios.
Legacy Password Overhead
Remove known passwords from recurring business records so colleagues can access them without delays.
E-Reader & Mobile Compatibility
Strip complex encryption flags that cause PDF reader errors on older e-readers and mobile devices.
Your Documents Stay Private & Secure
We prioritize document confidentiality and data privacy across all decryption operations.
256-Bit SSL/TLS
All transmissions are secured with end-to-end HTTPS encryption.
Instant File Deletion
Uploaded PDFs and unlocked files are purged automatically from memory.
No Account Needed
Unlock unlimited files without registration, emails, or paywalls.
Universal Support
Works seamlessly in any browser on macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about unlocking and decrypting PDF files.
How do I remove a password from a PDF for free?
Can I unlock a PDF if I don't know the password?
Will the formatting or content of my PDF change?
Are my confidential files secure during unlocking?
Do I need to install desktop software to unlock PDFs?
Are there any watermarks added after unlocking?
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