Remove restrictions from a PDF
Allow printing, copying and editing again.
Your files never leave your device.
How to remove restrictions from a PDF
Add a PDF that opens normally but won’t let you print, copy or edit.
Press “Remove restrictions”.
Download the PDF without the limits.
Frequently asked questions
Can it open a PDF that asks for a password?
No. It only removes limits from files that open without a password. If you know the password, use Unlock PDF.
Is it allowed?
Use it only on documents you own or have permission to change, for example your own files whose permissions password you lost.
What restrictions are removed?
Limits on printing, copying text and images, editing, filling forms and adding comments.
Is the document otherwise changed?
No. Pages, text and quality stay the same; only the encryption that carried the limits is removed.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser, so your files stay on your device and are never sent anywhere. It even works with the internet switched off.