Protect PDF

Protect PDF with Password

Add password protection and set permissions on your PDF files. Free, instant, and 100% private.

Drop your PDF here

or click to browse (max 50MB)

🔒 Your files stay private

All processing happens in your browser. Your PDF and password are never uploaded to any server.

Why Use PDFKit Protect Tool?

Password Encryption

Set a password that recipients must enter to open and view the PDF.

Permission Control

Choose whether recipients can print, copy text, or modify the document.

100% Private

Encryption happens in your browser. Your password and files are never sent anywhere.

Strong Security

Industry-standard PDF encryption keeps your documents secure.

Any PDF

Works with any PDF file up to 50MB — contracts, invoices, reports, and more.

Instant

No upload, no queue. Protection is applied immediately in your browser.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the password protection secure?

Yes, the tool uses standard PDF encryption. The strength depends on your password — use at least 8 characters with mixed case, numbers, and symbols for maximum security.

Can I set different permissions?

Yes. You can independently control printing, text copying, and document modification permissions.

What happens if I forget the password?

Since the encryption happens locally and we don't store your password, there is no way to recover it. Always keep your original unprotected file and remember your password.

Does it work with all PDF viewers?

Yes, password-protected PDFs work with all standard PDF readers including Adobe Acrobat, Preview, Chrome, Firefox, and others.

Is there a file size limit?

The maximum file size is 50MB. Most documents are well within this limit.