Unlock PDF Online
Remove the password from a PDF you own.
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Only unlock PDFs you own or have permission to modify.
Max 50 MB per file
Unlock PDF removes the password from a PDF you own — so you can view, edit, or share it freely. ConvertDa's free Unlock PDF tool processes the file on our servers; you provide the password, we strip the encryption and return an unlocked copy.
How to unlock pdf
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Upload the locked PDF.
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Enter the current password.
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Download the unlocked PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Is this legal?▾
Only if you own the document or have permission to remove the password.
Is the password stored anywhere?▾
No — the password is used once for decryption and then discarded.
Do I need to know the password?▾
Yes. Unlock PDF only works on files you can already open. We do not crack or guess passwords — that would be illegal and unethical.
Why would I unlock my own PDF?▾
Common reasons: combining multiple files, editing pages, or removing edit restrictions a previous owner set. The tool only works for legitimate use of files you have the password for.