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Unlock PDF - Remove a Known Password

Tired of typing the same password every time you open your own document? If you know the password, enter it once and save an unlocked copy that opens without a prompt.

Part of PDF Management Tools

Drag and drop your file here

Accepted format: PDF

Unlock PDF is coming soon. File processing is not available yet. Files you select are not uploaded or changed - they stay on your device.

How to use Unlock PDF

  1. Step 1

    Upload the password-protected PDF.

  2. Step 2

    Enter the document's current password.

  3. Step 3

    Download an unlocked copy of the file.

Instructions

Accepted files
PDF - one file at a time.
Tip
Keep a copy of your original file. Tools always create a new file and never overwrite the original.

Common uses

  • Removing the password from your own bank statements
  • Making personal archives easier to search and open
  • Preparing files you own for printing or merging

Unlock PDF - Frequently Asked Questions

Can this tool crack an unknown password?

No. Unlock PDF is only for files you are authorised to open and requires the correct password. It does not bypass or guess passwords.

Is it legal to unlock a PDF?

Removing a password from a document you own or are permitted to access is generally fine. Do not use the tool on documents you are not authorised to open.

Is this tool free to use?

Yes. PDF App Tools is free for everyone, with no mandatory account and no payment required.

Is the tool working yet?

Not yet. This tool is still being built and will be enabled in an upcoming update. You can bookmark this page and check back.

What happens to my files?

Right now, files you choose on this page are not uploaded or processed at all - they stay on your device.