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Remove the password from a protected PDF to make it easier to access and share. You need to know the file's current password — ConverteJá does not crack unknown passwords.

  • Free, no registration required
  • Works directly in your browser — nothing to install
  • Files automatically deleted after 1 hour
  • Secure connection (HTTPS) from start to finish

Unlock PDF: remove the password from a file you already know

Typing the password every time you open the same document is tiring, and protected PDFs often cause trouble when merged, compressed or annotated. Unlocking removes the protection and creates a copy that opens without a password.

You must enter the file’s current password. ConverteJá does not try to discover unknown passwords, and the tool is meant for people who already have legitimate access to the document.

Specifications

Accepted files
Protected PDF (with the current password)
Result
PDF without a password
Multiple files
Yes, in batches (result in a ZIP when there is more than one)
Maximum size
60 MB per file on the free plan; 100 MB on Premium
Processing
On ConverteJá servers, over an encrypted connection (HTTPS)
Privacy
Uploaded and generated files are deleted automatically after 1 hour
Free plan
10 conversions per day, no sign-up and no watermark
Compatibility
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS, in any modern browser

How to use it, step by step

  1. Upload the PDF

    Upload the protected PDF.

  2. Enter the password

    Type the file’s current password.

  3. Remove the protection

    Click to remove the protection.

  4. Download the PDF

    Download the PDF without a password.

When to use this tool

  • Opening statements and bills that ask for a password every month.
  • Preparing a protected PDF to merge, split or compress.
  • Sharing a document with people who do not need the original password.
  • Archiving documents in a format without opening restrictions.

Tips for a good result

  • Only unlock files you are authorized to access. The protection is there for a reason.
  • After unlocking, consider protecting the new file with another password if it is still confidential.
  • If you typed the correct password and it failed, check upper- and lowercase letters, which are case-sensitive.

Frequently asked questions

Do you crack PDF passwords?

No. The tool removes protection only when you enter the file’s current password.

Does the PDF content change after unlocking?

No. Only the opening restriction is removed; text, images and layout stay the same.

Can I lock it again later?

Yes, with the Protect PDF tool, setting a new password.

What are the limits of the free plan?

The free plan allows 10 conversions per day, with files up to 60 MB and no sign-up required. The Premium plan removes the daily limit and the ads.

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