How to unlock a PDF
- Add the locked PDFDrop the password-protected PDF onto the box.
- Enter the passwordType the password you use to open it. Files with only printing or copying limits may not need one.
- UnlockPress Unlock PDF and save the copy without a password.
Questions and answers
Can you unlock a PDF without the password?
No. You need the password to open the file. This tool removes it once you've entered it, so only unlock files you own or have permission to use.
Is my password sent anywhere?
No. Unlocking happens entirely in your browser.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Every tool runs inside your own browser, so your files stay on your device. The only exceptions are when you choose “Email” or “QR code”: then the finished file is sent to our server so it can be emailed or downloaded by link, and it's deleted automatically.
Is it really free?
Yes. PDFSorted is free to use with no sign-up and no watermark. The site is supported by ads.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac and Linux. On phones you can also use Share to send the file straight to WhatsApp, Gmail or another app.
How does sharing with a QR code work?
After your file is ready, press “QR code”. We create a private download link and a QR code. Anyone who scans it can download the file for 24 hours; after that the file is deleted from our server.