PDF Password Remover
Removes password protection from a PDF you have the right to unlock. Runs entirely in your browser — your PDF is never uploaded anywhere.
Lilu Baba's PDF Password Remover decrypts RC4-protected PDFs (the older, still common PDF encryption method) entirely on your device. Only use this on files you own or have permission to unlock. AES-encrypted PDFs (a newer, different encryption method) are detected and not supported by this tool.
Choose a file to get started.
How to use this tool
- Choose the protected PDF file.
- If it requires a password to open, enter it — if it only restricts printing/editing, leave this blank.
- Click Remove Password and download the unlocked file.
Your PDF is parsed and rebuilt entirely on your device using hand-written JavaScript — nothing is uploaded to any server.
PDF Password Remover — frequently asked questions
PDFs protected with the older RC4-based Standard Security Handler (encryption versions 1-2). Newer AES-encrypted PDFs are detected and rejected with a clear message rather than producing a broken file.
Yes — only remove password protection from PDFs you own or have explicit permission to unlock.