Unlock PDF
Remove password from a PDF you own.
100% private Runs locally No sign-up
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About Unlock PDF
Unlock PDF removes a password from a PDF you own and are authorized to open — locally in the browser. Use it before merge, OCR, or editing when a file is locked but you know the passphrase.
How to use Unlock PDF
- 1Drop the encrypted PDF.
- 2Enter the correct password you are authorized to use.
- 3Unlock locally and confirm pages render.
- 4Download the unlocked copy; store it securely.
Frequently asked questions
Can Toolncy crack unknown passwords?
No. Unlock only works with the password you provide for files you own.
Is unlocking legal?
Only unlock documents you have rights to. Do not bypass protections on others’ files.
Permissions-only PDFs?
Some files restrict print/copy without an open password. Remove Restrictions may apply when you own the file.
Why unlock before merge?
Encrypted sources often cannot be merged or OCR’d until opened and rewritten without the lock.
Does unlock upload the PDF?
No. Password handling and rewrite run in your browser session.
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