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Password Protect PDF

Add a password to a PDF (AES-256).

or drop files here · Max 1 GB per file. Upgrade for bigger files

Accepts: PDF

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How to use Protect PDF

1
Add your files
Click “Choose Files”, drop them on the box, or paste a link.
2
Adjust the options
Open Options to fine-tune the result.
3
Download
Your file is ready in seconds and deleted from the server after 8 hours.

About Protect PDF

Add a password to a PDF so only people who know it can open the file. Your document is encrypted with strong AES-256 encryption, which makes it safer to send contracts, bank statements, IDs and other private files by email or cloud storage.

Frequently asked questions

How strong is the protection?

The PDF is encrypted with AES-256, a widely used, strong standard. Use a long password that's hard to guess for the best protection.

What if I forget the password?

There's no way to recover it, so save the password somewhere safe before you send or delete the original.

Will the PDF open on any device?

Yes. Any standard PDF reader will ask for the password and then open the file normally.

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