Password protect
Encrypt a PDF with a password and permission flags — or remove an existing password.
or drop files here
Files stay on your device — nothing is uploaded.
Your files never leave your browserEverything happens on your device: no upload, no server-side processing, no storage. You can verify it in your browser's network tab.
How it works
- Add a PDF file.
- Choose whether to set or remove a password, then enter it.
- Download the protected or unlocked PDF.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between user and owner password?
- The user password is required to open the file; the owner password controls permissions such as printing and copying.
- I forgot the password. Can it be recovered?
- No. Nothing is stored anywhere, so a lost password cannot be recovered.