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    Unlock a PDF: remove a password you know

    Unlock a PDF

    Remove a password from a PDF you can already open. Type the password you know and download a clean copy. It all happens on your device.

    How to remove a PDF password
    1. 1Choose the locked PDFPick the PDF that asks for a password when you open it.
    2. 2Type its passwordEnter the password you already use to open it.
    3. 3Download the open copyYou get a copy that opens straight away, with no password.
    When to unlock a PDF
    • Bank statementsBanks lock statements with your date of birth or account number. Unlock once instead of typing it every time.
    • PayslipsKeep an open copy of your payslips for loan or visa applications.
    • Merging & printingMany tools and printers can't read locked files. Unlock first, then merge or print.
    • ArchivingStore records without a password you might forget years later.
    • UploadingPortals often reject password-protected PDFs.
    • Sharing at workPass a document on to colleagues without sending a password too.
    Private & free
    Unlocked on your deviceThe PDF is decrypted in your browser. Neither the file nor the password is sent to our servers.
    Free to useUnlocking a PDF is free. You only sign in to Ifiok when you download the open copy.
    Frequently asked questions
    Can it unlock a PDF without the password?No. It only removes a password you already know. It is not a password cracker.
    What if I type the wrong password?You'll see a clear message and can try again. Nothing is changed.
    Is my file uploaded?No. Everything happens in your browser, so the file never leaves your device.
    Is it free?Yes. You sign in to your free Ifiok account when you download.