How to Remove PDF Password Protection?
There are different ways of removing passwords from PDF files, based on the type of password protection. Here's how the PDF password removers work and the steps involved.
Understanding PDF Password Protection:
Document Open Password: This password limits access to the PDF file opening operation only.Permissions Password: This password limits only certain operations with the PDF, e.g., printing, editing, etc.
Document Open Password: This password restricts access to opening the PDF file itself.
Permissions Password: This password restricts specific actions within the PDF, such as printing, editing, or copying content.
Methods for Removing PDF Passwords:
Using Adobe Acrobat: If you have the necessary permissions or know the password, Adobe Acrobat provides a straightforward method.
Steps:
- Open the PDF in Adobe Acrobat.
- Go to "Tools" > "Protect" > "Encrypt" > "Remove Security."
- If it's a "Document Open" password, click "OK."
- If it's a "Permissions Password," enter the password and click "OK."
PDF Password Remover, the dedicated software application, is available to remove PDF passwords. These programs offer more advanced features and handle more complex password encryption. It is very important to use software from trusted sources. Download it from here.
- Add the PDF file to the software.
- Enter the password and press the Next button.
- Choose the desired options and destination location.
- Press the Unlock button to start.
There you go; now you will get a PDF file without any password protection.
Also, check out the article to learn how to remove passwords from bank statement files.