When you need to unlock a PDF
- Uploading to portals: many government, visa and loan portals reject password-protected PDFs.
- Printing at a shop: share a copy without telling anyone your password.
- Merging or compressing: other tools can't read encrypted files. Unlock first, then use Merge PDF or Compress PDF.
Only unlock documents that belong to you or that you have permission to use.
How to use the Unlock PDF: Remove Password tool
- Choose the password-protected PDF.
- Type its password (or use the e-Aadhaar helper).
- Press Unlock PDF and download the password-free copy.
Why SaralKit?
- Free forever: no "credits", no trial, no premium tier, no watermark and no daily limit.
- No account, ever: nothing to sign up for. Just open the page and use it.
- No data stored: your files and the numbers you type are processed by your own browser. We never upload, store or see them.
- Works offline: once the page has loaded, most tools keep working without internet.
- Open source: anyone can read the code on GitHub.
Frequently asked questions
How do I remove a password from a PDF?
Choose the PDF, type its password once, and press Unlock PDF. You get a copy that opens without a password. You must know the password: this tool removes it, it does not crack it.
What is the password of my e-Aadhaar PDF?
The first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL letters followed by your year of birth, e.g. SURE1990. If your name is shorter than 4 letters, use the whole name. Use the e-Aadhaar helper.
Can I remove print or copy restrictions?
Yes. Some PDFs open without a password but block printing, copying or editing. These restrictions are removed without needing any password.
Is it safe to unlock bank statements here?
Yes. The PDF and the password stay in your browser. Nothing is uploaded, so your statement and password are never sent anywhere.
Does unlocking reduce quality?
No. The pages, text and images are kept exactly as they were; only the encryption is removed.