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Remove restrictions

Some PDFs open without a password but block printing, copying or editing. This saves a copy without those permission flags.

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Drop your PDF files here

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How to remove restrictions from a PDF

  1. 1Choose the restricted PDF.
  2. 2Press Remove restrictions.
  3. 3Download the unrestricted copy.

Features

  • Clears print, copy and edit restrictions.
  • Content and layout stay unchanged.

When to use Remove restrictions

  • Print a form your organisation sent you that blocks printing.
  • Copy a quote from a document you're allowed to use.

Good to know

  • PDFs that need a password to open must be unlocked with Unlock PDF instead.
  • Only use this on documents you have the right to use this way.
  • Your files are processed in your browser and never uploaded to a server.
  • Free to use with no sign-up, no limit on tasks and no watermark on your files.