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Password-Protect a PDF

Add a password to a PDF so only people with it can open the file. Encryption is applied in your browser with a strong cipher β€” the document and the password never leave your device.

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Protect PDF

Add a password so only people you trust can open the document. Encrypted locally in your browser.

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Drop a PDF here or click to browse

⚠️ Remember this password β€” there is no way to recover the file without it.

Keep Sensitive PDFs Private

Some documents should not be readable by anyone who gets hold of the file β€” contracts, statements, medical records, HR letters. Adding an open password encrypts the contents so the file is unreadable without it, which matters most when you email it or store it in shared cloud folders. Choose a password you share with the recipient through a separate channel.

The encryption here is applied locally with AES, the same family of cipher used across the security industry. Because the whole process runs on your device, your password is never transmitted and never stored β€” there is no server that could leak it.

Encrypted on Your Device

A specialised library performs the encryption inside your browser, then hands you the protected file as a download. Neither the original document nor the password is uploaded anywhere.

Password-Protect a PDF β€” Frequently Asked Questions

How strong is the protection?

The PDF is encrypted with AES, requiring your password to open. Use a long, unique password for best security.

Where is my password stored?

Nowhere. Encryption happens in your browser and the password is never transmitted or saved.

Can I remove the password later?

Yes β€” use the Unlock PDF tool on a file you can open to produce an unprotected copy.

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