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Protect PDF

Add an open-password protection layer to your PDF locally in browser.

Drag & drop your files here, or click to browse

.PDF

Max file size: 20MB per job

No account required
🔒 Processed locally, secure
📦 Max size 20MB
For this supported browser-based tool, files are processed locally in your browser on your device.

How your files are handled

This supported tool runs in your browser memory.

Processing stops when you close or refresh the tab. The output file is generated locally for download.

Best for private documents, contracts, IDs, forms, scans and internal PDFs.

Reading files...

Please do not close this window while we compile your files.

Reading files...
Processing pages...
Creating output file...
Ready to download!
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Success! Your file is converted.

Your document has been compiled and is ready for download.

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📋 How to use in 3 steps

  1. 1

    Select the PDF file you want to password protect.

  2. 2

    Type your strong open-document password.

  3. 3

    Download your password-protected PDF file and verify it opens as expected.

📁 Supported formats

Fully supports formats: PDF.

💡 Tips to avoid font corruption

Always use standard Unicode fonts like Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri. If using custom fonts, embed them in your document before saving.

⚠️ Common errors & solutions

⚡ Password-locked files

Please remove password protection from the file before uploading so the system can read and convert it.

⚡ Corrupted or incorrect formats

Make sure your file opens correctly on your device before uploading.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this suitable for highly sensitive documents?
Use it for quick browser-side password protection, then verify the result in Adobe Acrobat or your preferred PDF reader before sharing.
Is my password uploaded?
No. The password is handled locally in your browser and is not sent to our servers.