Protect PDF

Lock a PDF with a password using strong AES-256 encryption, so only people with the password can open it. The file is processed inside your browser, so it is never uploaded and nobody else sees it.

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How it works

  1. Pick a toolSearch above or choose one from the list.
  2. Add your fileDrop it in the box or press Choose file.
  3. Download the resultPress Run tool. Your new file is ready in seconds.

Good to know: almost every PDF tool runs in your browser, so the file never leaves your device. OCR, Web to PDF and the AI tools (marked โ€œServerโ€) run on the Kitwise server and the file is deleted after processing. Results can vary with scanned or unusual files, so keep your original until you have checked the result. Only unlock, redact or sign documents you are allowed to change. Looking for something else? See all tools.

Good to know: every PDF tool here runs in your browser, so the file never leaves your device. Results can vary with scanned or unusual files, so keep your original until you have checked the result. Only unlock, redact or sign documents you are allowed to change. Looking for something else? See all tools.

How to use Protect PDF

  1. Choose the PDF.
  2. Type a password (at least 4 characters; longer is safer).
  3. Press Run tool and download the locked PDF.

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Questions about Protect PDF

What if I forget the password?

There is no way to recover it. Keep the password somewhere safe.

Is the password sent anywhere?

No. Encryption happens on your device.

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