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Protect PDF with Password
Encrypt a PDF with a real open password in your browser. When someone opens the file, the reader will ask for the password.
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About Protect PDF
Lock a PDF with a password using AES-256 encryption. Anyone who opens the new file will be asked for the password.
How to Password Protect a PDF in 3 Simple Steps
1
Select your PDF
Choose the document to protect.
2
Set a password
Enter the password twice. Use at least 8 characters for real protection.
3
Download
Save the encrypted copy.
Why ForgePDF Protect PDF is Completely Private
🔒 Encryption runs in your browser. Your document and password are never uploaded, and ForgePDF cannot recover a forgotten password.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I forget the password?
It cannot be recovered. Keep an unprotected backup in a safe place.
Is my original file changed?
No. You get a new encrypted copy.