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Unlock PDF

Remove the password from a PDF when you already know it, so it opens without prompting. This does not crack unknown passwords. It runs in your browser.

Open Unlock PDFRuns in this browser tab. Your file never leaves your device.

How to use Unlock PDF

  1. Open the protected PDF.
  2. Enter the password you know.
  3. Download the unlocked PDF.

Questions

Is Unlock PDF free in PDFMoose?

Yes. It is free in PDFMoose, with no account, no watermark and no daily task limit.

Are my files uploaded when I unlock a PDF?

No. The work happens entirely in your browser, so your file stays on your device and is never uploaded.

Can it unlock a PDF if I forgot the password?

No. You need to know the password to remove it.

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