Protect PDF
Add a password to your PDF so only people who know it can open it.
Everything happens in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to any server.
Try it yourself: turn off your internet while this page is open. The tool keeps working.
Drop your PDF file here
or choose from your device
How it works
- 1
Drag and drop your PDF file, or choose it from your device.
- 2
Choose a password and type it again.
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Click Protect PDF and download your protected file.
Frequently asked questions
Is my password stored anywhere?
No. The password is only used in this tab while the file is being encrypted. It is never sent to a server and is cleared from memory when you close the tab.
Which encryption is used?
AES-256, the strong method recommended by the current PDF standard and supported by up-to-date PDF readers.
What if I forget my password?
Nobody, including us, knows your password or can recover it. We recommend writing it down somewhere safe.