Protect PDF
Add a password to your PDF. The file will open only after entering the password.
About this tool
Adding a password to a PDF keeps it from being opened by anyone who doesn’t have the password. Our protect PDF tool lets you upload a PDF, set a password, and download a protected copy. Processing is done in your browser so your file stays private. No account needed. A simple way to password-protect a PDF.
Upload a PDF and set a password. The downloaded file will open only after entering the password. Processing runs in your browser — your file is not uploaded to any server.
How to use
Upload a PDF, set a password, and download. The downloaded PDF will ask for the password when opened.
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Pro tips
- •Upload a PDF, set a password, and download.
- •All processing runs in your browser—your input is not uploaded to our servers.
- •Bookmark this page if you use this tool often.