Yes. All processing is local in your browser. Files are never uploaded. Passwords are only used temporarily for decryption.

Why is the unlocked file smaller?

Page copying may lose metadata like bookmarks, annotations, and form fields. Page content is preserved as much as possible.

Can all encrypted PDFs be unlocked?

No. Supports AES-128/256 encryption. Does NOT support RC4 encryption, certificate encryption, or digital signature protected PDFs. Unknown passwords cannot be cracked.

PDF Unlock Tool - Remove PDF Password & Restrictions

📖 FAQ

How does it work?

Uses pdf-lib to load encrypted PDF (with password if needed), then copies all pages to a new unencrypted PDF. Must know the open password.

What can be removed?

Open passwords and permission restrictions (print/copy/edit). Permissions can be removed via page copying.

Is it safe?

Yes. All local. Files never uploaded. Passwords only used temporarily.

Why is file smaller?

Page copying may lose metadata (bookmarks, annotations, forms). Content is preserved.

All PDFs unlockable?

No. Supports AES-128/256. No RC4, certificate encryption, or digital signatures. Unknown passwords cannot be cracked.