Protect your sensitive PDF documents with strong password encryption. Prevent unauthorized access and keep your confidential files secure. Simple, free, and completely private.
Protect PDF NowDrag and drop your PDF file or click to browse. Your document loads instantly in the browser.
Enter a strong password. Optionally set permissions for printing, copying, and editing.
Save your encrypted document. Anyone opening it will need to enter the password.
Industry-standard encryption used by governments and banks. Virtually unbreakable with a strong password.
Require a password to open and view the document. Without it, the file remains inaccessible.
Optionally restrict printing, copying text, and editing even after the file is opened.
Set a separate owner password to control permissions while allowing viewing with a user password.
Protected PDFs work in Adobe Reader, Preview, Chrome, and all standard PDF applications.
Share confidential documents via email or cloud knowing only authorized recipients can open them.
All encryption happens in your browser. Your files and passwords never leave your device.
Protect PDFs of any size. Encryption is fast and efficient for documents of all lengths.
Protect financial reports, contracts, and confidential business documents before sharing.
Secure patient records and medical documents to comply with privacy regulations.
Protect sensitive legal documents, contracts, and client communications.
Secure personal documents like tax returns, IDs, and financial statements.
Upload your PDF, enter your desired password in the password field, optionally set permissions, and download the protected file.
User password is required to open the file. Owner password controls permissions (printing, copying) and can modify or remove protection.
We use AES-256 encryption, the same standard used by governments worldwide. With a strong password, your document is extremely secure.
Passwords cannot be recovered - that's what makes encryption secure. Always store your password safely, ideally in a password manager.
Yes, you can restrict printing, copying text, and editing even for users who know the open password.
Yes, password-protected PDFs are a standard feature supported by Adobe Reader, Preview, Chrome, and all major PDF applications.
Use at least 12 characters with a mix of upper/lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Avoid common words or personal information.
Currently, you can protect one PDF at a time. For multiple files, repeat the process with each document.
No. Encryption happens entirely in your browser. We never see, transmit, or store your password.
You would need to remove the existing protection (with the current password) and add a new password.
Add password protection and keep your sensitive documents secure for free.
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