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How to unlock a PDF

  1. Select the protected PDF and enter its password.
  2. Click Unlock PDF.
  3. Download a copy that opens without a password.

Private by design

Unlock PDF runs entirely in your browser. Your file is processed on your own device and is never uploaded, so it stays private. It’s free, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Frequently asked questions

Can you crack a PDF password I don’t know?

No. PDF Arcade never guesses or cracks passwords. You need the password to open the file.

What if the PDF opens but won’t print?

That’s a permissions password. Unlock PDF removes those restrictions without asking for it.

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