Password Protect PDF Online
Add an open password and encrypt a PDF for standard readers.
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Set an open-password
Keep confidential documents confidential: add a password so only people with it can open your PDF. The tool creates an encrypted file for standard PDF readers.
How it works
- Upload your PDF.
- Set and confirm the open password.
- Download the protected PDF.
Why use this tool
- Open-password: the file cannot be viewed without it.
- Creates an encrypted PDF that requires the password to open.
- Standard PDF encryption, works in every reader.
- Your password is never stored.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the protection?
It uses standard PDF encryption - solid protection against casual access. No password protection stops a determined expert with the file in hand.
Can I remove the password later?
Yes - use our Unlock PDF tool with the password you set.
Do recipients need special software?
No - any standard PDF reader asks for the password and opens the file.
Can I restrict printing or copying with this tool?
Not currently. This tool protects the PDF from being opened without the password; it does not provide separate printing or copying controls.