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Restrict PDF Permissions in your browser

Set printing, copying and editing permissions on a PDF. Use restrict pdf permissions locally in your browser without an account or file uploads.

How to use restrict pdf permissions

  1. Choose a file using the file picker or drop zone.
  2. Review current password (if protected), new opening password, owner password (optional) and adjust the available settings.
  3. Create the result, review its preview and download it before leaving the tool.

Before you start

An owner password is required. Opening without a password is allowed if the opening-password field is blank. Permission restrictions are advisory and depend on the PDF reader; use an opening password for confidentiality.

Selected files are limited to 150 MB total (100 MB for video). Results stay in this tab; download before leaving. Read the privacy policy.

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