Protect PDF
Add a password to secure your PDF documents from unauthorized access.
How to password-protect a PDF
- 1Upload the PDF you want to secure.
- 2Set a strong password.
- 3Download your encrypted PDF — it will require the password to open.
Why protect a PDF
- ✓Keep sensitive documents confidential.
- ✓Strong encryption applied on our servers.
- ✓Share safely over email and the web.
- ✓Free and private.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if I forget the password?
We cannot recover it — the password is not stored. Keep it somewhere safe.
How strong is the encryption?
We apply modern AES encryption so the file cannot be opened without the password.