# Unlock PDF Files

> Remove password protection from PDF files when you have the password. Unlock for editing or printing.

Live tool: https://lofttools.com/tools/pdf-tools/unlock-pdf

Category: PDF & Documents

## How it works

1. **Select PDF** — Drag and drop your protected PDF file or click to browse
2. **Enter password** — Type the password to unlock the document
3. **Download** — Download your unlocked PDF instantly

## FAQ

### Can I unlock a PDF without the password?

No. You must know the document password to unlock it. This tool does not bypass security.

### Does this preserve bookmarks and form fields?

Yes. Removing password protection only clears the encryption flag; the document outline, form fields, and annotations are kept exactly as-is.

### What PDF versions are supported?

Unlocking works on PDF 1.0 through 2.0 once you supply the correct password. AES-128 and AES-256 encryption are both supported.

## Privacy

This tool runs entirely in the browser. Files are not uploaded to a server. They never leave the user's device.

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