Protect PDF Tool
Add a password and set permissions to secure your PDF files.
Powerful PDF Protection Features
Easily encrypt your PDF files with our fast, secure, and user-friendly tool. Add a password to prevent unauthorized access and set granular permissions to control what others can do with your document. Everything happens in your browser, so your files remain private. Try it now—fast, free, and secure.
Strong Encryption
Protect your PDF with a password using robust AES-256 bit encryption, making it secure against unauthorized access.
Set Permissions
Control what others can do. Choose to allow or disallow printing, copying text and images, and modifying the document.
Client-Side Security
Your files are processed securely in your browser. We don't upload your documents to our servers, ensuring your data remains private.
How To Protect Your PDF File
Upload PDF
Upload or drag and drop your PDF file into the toolbox.
Set Password & Permissions
Enter a strong password and choose which actions like printing or copying to allow.
Encrypt
Click 'Protect PDF' to upload and process your file.
Download
Download your newly protected and encrypted PDF file.
Protect PDF FAQs
Is this PDF protection tool free to use?
Yes, our tool is completely free. You can protect your PDF files with a password and set permissions without any cost, watermarks, or registration.
How do you handle my files?
We prioritize your security. Your files are uploaded via a secure connection to our servers for processing. We automatically delete all files from our servers after one hour.
What kind of encryption is used?
We use robust AES-256 bit encryption, which is one of the strongest and most widely used encryption standards. This ensures your document is securely locked against unauthorized access.
Do I need to install any software?
No installation is required. Our PDF protection tool works entirely online in your web browser. Just upload your file, set your options, and download the protected PDF.