How to unlock PDF in 3 steps
- Upload the protected PDF.
- Type the password (if it has an open password).
- Click “Unlock PDF” and download the copy without a password.
Free, fast and private Unlock PDF
If you open the same PDF often, typing the password every time is annoying. Unlock it once and keep a copy without a password.
Use this tool only with documents you own or are authorized to use. FreePDF does not crack passwords: you need to know the open password.
- Removes the open password
- Removes print and copy restrictions
- Local and private
- No sign-up
Why does FreePDF process everything on your device?
Unlike other services, FreePDF never uploads your documents to a server: the tool is downloaded to your browser and uses the processor of your own computer or phone. The result: more privacy, more speed (no waiting for uploads or downloads) and a service that is free forever, funded by a short ad.
Frequently asked questions
Can you open a PDF if I don’t know the password?
No. To remove an open password you need to know it. If the PDF only has restrictions (no open password), they can be removed directly.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. FreePDF processes files directly in your browser using your own device. Documents are never sent over the internet, which makes it the most private and fastest option.
Is it really free?
Yes, 100% free with no sign-up. FreePDF is funded by a short ad shown while your file is processed; its length depends on the size and complexity of the job.