Protect PDF
Easily protect a PDF file with a 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 be a clean copy. For full password protection (open with password), use desktop software like Adobe Acrobat.
How to use
Upload a PDF and set a password. Download the password-protected PDF.
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Pro tips
- •Use keyboard shortcuts where available to speed up your workflow.
- •Large inputs are processed in your browser—nothing is sent to our servers.
- •Bookmark this tool for quick access from your browser bar.