Protect PDF
Add a password to your PDF and download the protected file. Privacy-first β€” no file storage.
Choose a password you can remember. You’ll need it to open the PDF later.

How Protect PDF Works (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Upload your PDF

Choose the PDF you want to protect from your device.

Step 2: Set a password

Enter a password and confirm it to avoid mistakes.

Step 3: Click Protect PDF

We encrypt the file and prepare a protected output.

Step 4: Download

Download your password-protected PDF instantly.

Protecting PDFs is useful for invoices, identity documents, bank statements, and any PDF you want to share with restricted access.

Why password-protect PDFs?

Adding a password helps prevent unauthorized access when sharing PDFs over email, WhatsApp, or cloud links. It’s a simple way to improve privacy for sensitive documents.

  • Safer sharing: Send the PDF and password separately.
  • Better privacy: Helps reduce accidental exposure.
  • Easy archiving: Store protected copies for later use.

Trust & Safety Highlights

βœ” Files processed only to generate output

βœ” No accounts required

βœ” No file storage

βœ” HTTPS secure connection

Who is this Protect PDF tool for?

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Students

Protect PDFs like certificates, notes, and forms before sharing.

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Office & Professionals

Secure invoices, proposals, reports, and internal documents.

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Businesses

Add protection to PDFs before sharing with customers or vendors.

Protect PDF vs Unlock PDF vs Rotate PDF

πŸ”’ Protect PDF

Add a password to a PDF for safer sharing and privacy.

πŸ”“ Unlock PDF

Remove password protection (when you know the password).

Use PDF Unlock β†’

🧭 Rotate PDF

Fix sideways pages without changing document structure.

Use PDF Rotate β†’

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I protect a PDF with a password?

Upload the PDF, enter and confirm the password, then click Protect PDF to download the protected file.

Will you store my PDF?

No. easyfilesonline follows privacy-by-design and does not store your files.

What if I forget the password?

If you forget it, you may not be able to open the protected PDF. Choose a password you can remember.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. Protect PDF works on mobile, tablet, and desktop browsers.

Does it remove editing restrictions?

This tool adds password protection. For removing password prompts (with correct password), use Unlock PDF.

Is it free?

Yes. It’s free to use with no signup required.