Lock your PDF with a password so only authorized readers can open it. Add permissions to restrict printing, copying, or editing. All applied locally in your browser.
Features
Everything you need, nothing you don't.
Require a password to open the document at all
Restrict printing, copying text, or editing
AES-256 encryption applied to protected files
Encryption happens in-browser — your file is never uploaded
How to use it
No setup. No learning curve. Just results.
Drop the PDF you want to protect onto the tool.
Enter an open password, a permissions password, or both.
Your encrypted, password-protected PDF is ready to download.
FAQ
Everything you need to know.
AES-256 encryption — the same standard used by banks and government agencies.
Yes — you can set an open password (required to view) and a separate permissions password (required to edit or print).
There is no recovery option — encrypted PDFs without the password cannot be opened. Store your password safely.
Password Protect is a Pro plan feature, available with unlimited usage.
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