Decrypt PDF — Remove PDF Password Online
Remove a password from a PDF you own in one step. Enter the current password, get the unlocked file — no server, no storage.
How to decrypt PDF
- 1Upload your password-protected PDF file
- 2Enter the correct password for the document
- 3Click 'Decrypt'
- 4Download the unlocked PDF
Features
- Removes user password (open) and owner password (edit/print restrictions)
- Works with AES-256 encrypted PDF files
- Processed entirely in your browser — file and password never leave your device
- Unlocked PDF is fully editable, printable, and copyable
When it's useful
- Unlock a password-protected bank statement to merge it with other financial PDFs
- Remove owner restrictions from a form PDF you created so you can edit it again
- Strip a password from a vendor contract received by email so you can print it
FAQ
Do I need to know the password to decrypt?
Yes. The correct password is required — this tool is for unlocking your own files, not cracking passwords.
What happens if I enter the wrong password?
The tool will return an error. Make sure you enter the correct password — it is case-sensitive.
Can I remove only the owner password while keeping the open password?
No — the tool removes all passwords and restrictions at once, producing a fully unlocked PDF.
Is my password sent to a server?
No. Decryption runs entirely in your browser — neither the file nor the password leaves your device.
Can I re-encrypt the file after decrypting?
Yes — use the 'Encrypt PDF' tool to set a new password on the unlocked file.
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