Private by default
The file, password, and unlocked copy stay on your device. No upload step is used.
Drop in a locked PDF, enter the correct password, and download a clean unlocked copy. Everything happens on your device.
Security
100% browser-side
Speed
No upload wait
Devices
Touch-first UX
Unlocker
Tap to browse, or drag and drop from your desktop. The file never gets uploaded.
Use the same password you normally enter when opening this PDF.
Private by default
The file, password, and unlocked copy stay on your device. No upload step is used.
Helpful errors
Wrong password, damaged PDFs, and unsupported files are explained clearly so the next step is obvious.
Mobile tuned
Large tap targets, safe-area spacing, and responsive layout make it comfortable on phones and tablets.
Remove passwords and printing restrictions from PDF files you own. Regain full access to edit, copy, and print protected documents.
Restore convenient access to your own protected documents after entering the correct password.
Restore convenient access to your own protected documents after entering the correct password.
This tool processes your file locally in your browser. The source document is not uploaded to PDFHill for processing, although your browser may download the tool libraries needed to perform the task. Read our file safety overview.
You must know the correct password. PDFHill does not bypass encryption without authorization.
No. This tool is for documents you are allowed to open with a password you already have.
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