Protect PDF

Encrypt a PDF with a password using secure processing.

Drop PDF files here

or click to browse. Drop one PDF to get started.

1 PDF · up to 1 GB

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How it works

How to use Protect PDF

Lock a PDF with a password so only people who know it can open the file.

  1. 1

    Upload a PDF

    Add the file you want to encrypt.

  2. 2

    Set a password

    Enter a strong password in the sidebar. Store it safely — it can’t be recovered here.

  3. 3

    Protect & download

    Click Protect PDF. Download the encrypted file when the job completes.

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