How to remove PDF passwords.

Removing or unlocking a password requires you to have the appropriate permissions to do so.

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If you don’t have those, you’ll need to locate a policy author or administrator of the secured PDF to make this happen.

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1. Open the PDF in Acrobat Pro on Windows or Mac.

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2. Choose Tools › Encrypt › Remove Security.

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3. If the document has a Document Open password, click OK to remove it.

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4. If the document has a permissions password, type the correct password in the Enter Password box and then click OK.

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After those steps, congratulations, you’ll have an unlocked PDF. Now, just be sure to save the document so others can access it as well.

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Avoid using PDF password remover tools, converters, or other online tools you might find elsewhere

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