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How to Password Protect a PDF (Free)

Add a password to a PDF so only the right people can open it, all in your browser.

Open the Protect PDF tool
  1. 1

    Open the Protect PDF tool

    Go to the IYONM Protect PDF page.

  2. 2

    Add your PDF

    Select the file you want to protect.

  3. 3

    Set a password

    Enter and confirm a strong password.

  4. 4

    Download

    Save your password protected PDF.

Tip: Use our Unlock PDF tool later if you need to remove the password.

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