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Protect PDF

Add a password so opening the PDF requires it. Encryption stays on this device.

1Choose
/2Options
/3Process
/4Download

How to use Protect PDF

Step 1
Choose the PDF to protect.
Step 2
Enter and confirm a password.
Step 3
Download the encrypted PDF created on this device.

Password-protect a PDF online free. Encrypt PDFs in your browser — no upload, no signup. Processing never leaves this tab.

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