# PDF Permissions Remove

Remove password protection and permissions restrictions from PDF documents

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/pdf-permissions-remove

- **Category:** PDF Tools

- **Keywords:** pdf, permissions, password, remove, unlock, decrypt, security

## Overview

Unlock PDFs by removing passwords and permission restrictions for printing, copying, modifying, etc.

## Inputs

- **PDF File** (file)
- **Password** (text): PDF password (if encrypted)

## When to use

- When you need to print or copy text from a secured PDF document that has restricted permissions.
- When you want to remove the password prompt from a PDF file you own for quicker access.
- When you need to edit or annotate a PDF but are blocked by author-imposed modification restrictions.

## How it works

- Upload the restricted or password-protected PDF document into the tool.
- Enter the document password in the password field if the file requires one to open.
- Click the process button to decrypt the file and strip away all permission restrictions.
- Download the newly unlocked PDF file with full printing, copying, and editing capabilities.

## Use cases

- Enabling text copying and extraction from locked academic papers or research reports.
- Unlocking client-provided PDF briefs that restrict printing or page modifications.
- Removing password prompts from personal financial statements for easier archiving.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I need to know the password to remove restrictions?

Yes, if the PDF is encrypted with an open password, you must provide it to decrypt and unlock the file.

### What permissions are removed by this tool?

The tool removes restrictions on printing, content copying, editing, page extraction, and form filling.

### Will the layout or quality of my PDF change?

No, the tool only modifies the security metadata and leaves the visual content and layout completely untouched.

### Can I unlock multiple PDFs at once?

This tool processes one PDF file at a time to ensure secure and accurate decryption.

### Is my password or PDF data stored on your servers?

No, files are processed securely and are not stored permanently on our servers.

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