Protect PDF
Lock a PDF with a password
Free forever — no sign-up, nothing uploaded. Files never leave your device.
Protect PDF
Lock a PDF with a password
Drop your file here
or browse from your device
Browse filesdocument.pdf
1.2 MB
report.pdf
860 KB
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Nothing is uploaded — everything runs in your browser.
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About this tool
Encrypt any PDF with a user password so it needs one to open — generated locally, nothing is uploaded.
PDF Protect is a security-focused tool that adds password encryption to your PDF documents. Safeguard sensitive information by setting an owner password that prevents unauthorized opening, or add a permissions password that restricts printing, copying, and editing while still allowing viewing. The encryption happens entirely in your browser using industry-standard AES encryption—your password and document are never transmitted anywhere.
In a world where data breaches and unauthorized access are constant concerns, PDF Protect gives you control over who can access and modify your documents. Whether you're protecting financial reports, legal contracts, personal records, or proprietary business information, our tool applies robust encryption in seconds. It's the fastest, safest way to secure your PDFs without relying on third-party services or expensive software.
Key features
Everything you get with Protect PDF — no premium upsell.
Encrypt PDFs with owner and user passwords
AES-256 encryption for maximum security
Restrict printing, copying, editing, and content extraction
Support for both open and permissions passwords
100% client-side encryption—passwords never leave your browser
Free with no registration or file size limits
How to use Protect PDF
Follow the steps below to use the tool.
- 1
Upload PDF
Drag and drop the PDF you want to protect or click to browse your device.
- 2
Set Passwords
Enter an owner password for full access control and optionally a user password to restrict opening.
- 3
Configure Permissions
Choose which actions to restrict: printing, copying text, editing, or content extraction.
- 4
Apply Encryption
Click protect to encrypt the PDF and download the secured document.
Still free, still private — your files never leave your device.
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