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Unlock PDF

Remove a password from a PDF you own — entirely in your browser.

⚠️ Important: Only remove passwords from PDFs you own or have explicit permission to modify. This tool is intended to help you access your own documents.

All processing happens in a Web Worker thread inside your browser. Your password is never transmitted anywhere.

What is the Unlock PDF tool?

The Unlock PDF tool is designed for when you need to remove the password encryption and security restrictions from a PDF. People often receive old bank statements or company files that still demand a password every time they are opened.

By providing the correct password one last time, this tool permanently strips the security lock off the file. Now you have a clean, easily accessible PDF that is ready to view, print, or edit.

How to Unlock Password Protected PDF for Free (Step-by-Step)

Get rid of annoying password prompts permanently:

  1. Upload the locked file: Drag the protected PDF onto the workspace.
  2. Provide the password: Type the current valid password to prove you are authorized to view it.
  3. Unlock the file: Click the unlock button to confirm and strip away the security encryption.
  4. Download the open PDF: Save your newly unlocked, restriction-free document.

Why Processing Locally is Safer for Your Files

Uploading files—along with your passwords—to an unverified cloud tool can risk exposing your financial and business data. Thanks to PDFSetu, your files are processed locally in your own browser (Client-Side). This simple change keeps your work 100% private.

We guarantee no server uploads, no data retention, and zero risk. You get instant unlocking while knowing your passwords never left your keyboard. And yes, it is completely free to use.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Can I crack a PDF if I don't know the password?
    No, this tool only removes security layers for users who actually have the authorized password. We respect document intended privacy.
  • Will unlocking a PDF damage the text or images?
    Your document will remain perfectly untouched. The tool only removes the password layer leaving the actual file contents exactly the same.
  • Do you store the password I type in?
    Absolutely not. The password is only used locally by your browser to decode the file. We capture no data whatsoever.