Remove Password
Remove password protection from a PDF you can already open.
- 100% Private
- No Limits
- Works Offline
or drag and drop here
Remove password protection from a PDF using qpdf, once you provide the correct password — everything runs locally in your browser.
How to Use Remove Password
- 1
Upload your PDF
Click the upload area or drag in the password-protected document.
- 2
Enter the password
Type the PDF's current password.
- 3
Remove and download
Your unprotected PDF downloads immediately — nothing is uploaded first.
Why Choose PurePDF for Remove Password
Nothing leaves your device
Decryption runs locally via qpdf compiled to WebAssembly — your password never touches a server.
Works with real encryption
Uses qpdf's standard security handler, so it decrypts genuinely encrypted PDFs correctly.
Common Use Cases for Remove Password
Stop re-entering a password
Remove protection from a PDF you own once you no longer need it locked.
Prep for further editing
Unlock a file before merging, splitting, or otherwise editing it with other tools.
Pro Tips for Remove Password
- You need the correct password — this tool can't bypass or guess a forgotten password.
- Only remove protection from documents you have the right to access.
- Use Unlock PDF instead if the document opens fine but has print/copy/edit restrictions with no open password.
Frequently Asked Questions About Remove Password
Will my PDF file be uploaded to a server?
No — nothing is uploaded. This tool runs entirely in your browser via WebAssembly/JavaScript; your file never leaves your device.
Is there a file-size limit, a usage cap, or a hidden fee?
It's free and unlimited, with no watermark and no forced file-size cap — the only real limit is your own device's memory for very large files.
Do I need to create an account or sign up?
No — no account, email, or sign-up is required for any tool. Just start using it.
Can I use this on my phone (iPhone or Android)?
Yes — it works in any modern mobile browser, no app install needed.
Can this tool remove a password if I do not know it?
No. You need the correct password; this tool cannot bypass or guess a forgotten password.
What is the difference between Remove Password and Unlock PDF?
Remove Password is for PDFs that require a password to open, while Unlock PDF is for documents that open freely but restrict printing, copying, or editing.