Unlock PDF and add a password
Take the password off a PDF you can open, so it opens without asking, or protect a document with strong AES-256 encryption. You enter the password yourself, and the work happens in your browser. It does not guess or crack passwords.
Tooloat runs in your browser and needs JavaScript. It opens in a moment, and your files are processed on your device.
How it works
- Drop your PDF.
- Choose Unlock or Lock and enter the password.
- Download the new PDF.
Why use it
- AES-256 encryption when locking.
- Optional owner password for restrictions.
- Clear message for a wrong password.
- No upload, no server.
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Questions and answers
Can it remove a password I forgot?
No. You need the correct password. The tool does not crack or guess passwords.
Which encryption is used?
AES-256, the same strength as PDF 2.0 encryption.
Is my password sent anywhere?
No. It is used inside your browser and never transmitted.
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