Free Unlock PDF Tool
Upload a password-protected PDF, enter its current password, and download an unlocked copy without leaving your browser.
Drop a PDF file here
Everything happens in your browser.
We do not store your documents on our servers.
What this unlock PDF tool does
This unlock PDF tool opens a password-protected PDF with the current password and creates a new copy that no longer requires that opening password. It is useful when you already have access to the file but want a version that is easier to reuse in your own workflow.
Use it before editing, merging, rotating, splitting, or sharing a document that you can legitimately access but no longer want to open with the same password each time.
How It Works
Upload the locked PDF
Drag in a locked PDF or choose one from your device.
Enter the current password
Type the password that currently opens the PDF, then confirm that you want to remove it.
Download the unlocked copy
Save the new PDF that opens without the old password.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this unlock PDF tool free?
Yes. You can remove the open password from a PDF here for free and download an unlocked copy.
Is PDF unlocking handled in the browser?
Yes. The unlock flow runs in your browser, so your PDF stays on your device while the tool removes the password.
Do I need the current PDF password?
Yes. Enter the current password for the PDF so the tool can open it and save a copy without that password.
Is my locked PDF uploaded to your servers?
No. The unlocking step runs in your browser, and the locked PDF is not stored on our servers.
What happens after I remove the password?
The tool creates a new unlocked PDF file for download. Your original file is not changed.
What if I enter the wrong password?
The tool will tell you the password is incorrect so you can try again without uploading the PDF again.
Can this tool remove a password I do not know?
No. You need the current PDF password so the tool can open the file and create a new unlocked copy.
Does unlocking overwrite my original PDF?
No. Your original document stays the same. The tool only creates a separate unlocked copy for download.