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Set a password, encrypt the file, share it safely. Everything runs in your browser — the unprotected file never leaves your device.

How to Password Protect a PDF

  1. Select your PDF — drag it into the tool or click Select PDF to browse.

  2. Type the password you want to require. Pick something strong — a long phrase beats a short word.

  3. Apply the encryption. The file is locked right in your browser using standard PDF password protection.

  4. Download the protected PDF. Anyone opening it now needs the password to read a single page.

Why Lock PDFs Here?

Built for speed, privacy and reliability — on any device.

Strong Password Encryption

The file gets standard PDF password protection — without the password, the content is unreadable.

Protects Before It Travels

The unprotected file never leaves your device, so there's no moment where your data sits on someone else's server.

Works on Every Device

Runs in any browser — lock documents from your phone, tablet or PC with nothing to install.

No Special Software for Recipients

Any standard PDF reader asks for the password — no extra apps for the people you send it to.

Free, No Sign-Up

No account, no watermark, no daily cap — protect as many PDFs as you need.

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