Unlock PDF – Remove a PDF Password
Remove the password from a PDF you own, or lift its print, copy and edit limits. Free and private.
Processed on your device · no uploadDrop a PDF here or choose a file
PDF · remove the password you already know · or paste with Ctrl+V
What to do next
How to use Unlock PDF
Add your PDF
Drop the locked file or choose it.
Enter the password
Type the password if the PDF asks for one to open. Leave it empty if it opens freely but cannot be printed or copied.
Save
Press Unlock PDF. The copy has no password and no restrictions.
Frequently asked questions
Can you unlock a PDF if I forgot the password?
No. TabShed does not guess or crack passwords. You need the password to open the file; this tool only removes it for good once you have it.
Can it remove print and copy restrictions?
Yes, when the PDF opens without a password. The restriction flags are removed and you get a normal PDF. If a password is needed to open it, enter that.
Should I only unlock my own files?
Yes. Use it for documents you own or have permission to open without limits.
Does unlocking change the content?
No. Pages, text and images stay the same; only the encryption is removed.
Is my PDF uploaded?
No. It is decrypted in your browser and never leaves your device.