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Remove a password from a PDF

Remove the password from a PDF you own, using its password.

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How to remove a password from a PDF

  1. Open the protected PDF.
  2. Enter its password if it asks for one.
  3. Select Unlock PDF and download the unlocked copy.

Why use PDF Karigar to unlock PDFs?

Tired of typing the same password every time you open your own PDF? Enter it once here and save an unlocked copy for yourself.

  • Private by design. Files are processed on your own device. Nothing is uploaded, stored or shared.
  • Free, with no catch. No sign-up, no watermarks and no daily limits.
  • Works everywhere. Runs in any modern browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.

Unlock PDF: frequently asked questions

Can you unlock a PDF without the password?

No. If a PDF needs a password to open, you must enter it. PDF Karigar can’t recover, guess or bypass passwords. Files that already open without a password can be saved as an unlocked copy if you own them or have permission to change them.

Is the text kept after unlocking?

Yes. The document is decrypted, not converted, so text stays selectable.

Is it legal to unlock a PDF?

Only unlock documents you own or are allowed to access.

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