Protect a PDF with a Password
Encrypt a PDF with AES-256 so a password is required to open it.
- Input:
- Output:
- Max size:
- 100 MB
- Runs:
- On secure servers
What the PDF Password Protection does
Encrypt a PDF with AES-256 so it can only be opened with your password, and choose whether printing and copying text are allowed.
Options
- Password.
- Allow printing.
- Allow copying text.
Good to know
Your password is not stored. If you forget it, the PDF cannot be opened.
How to use the PDF Password Protection
- 1
Drag your PDF file into the upload area, or click it to browse your device.
- 2
Adjust the options to suit your needs — the defaults work well for most files.
- 3
Click “Run PDF Password Protection” to start processing.
- 4
Preview the result, then download it. Batch results can be downloaded together as a ZIP.
Supported formats
- PDF is a fixed-layout document format that looks the same on every device. More about the PDF format.
Frequently asked questions
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