Protect PDF Online

Add password protection to PDF files — free, private, and instant. Your file never leaves your device.

FreeNo Signup100% PrivateLast updated: March 2026
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Drop your PDF here, or click to browse
PDF · PDF files up to 200 MB

What Is PDF Password Protection?

PDF password protection encrypts a PDF document so that it requires a password to open. This is useful for sharing sensitive documents securely.

TweakFiles protects PDFs entirely in your browser using pdf-lib. Your file and password are never sent to any server.

Common Use Cases

  • Sharing confidential contracts and legal documents
  • Protecting financial statements and tax forms
  • Securing medical records and personal information
  • Distributing internal company documents

How to Protect a PDF in 3 Steps

1

Upload Your PDF

Drag and drop your PDF into the drop zone above, or click to browse.

2

Set a Password

Enter a strong password to protect the PDF.

3

Download Protected PDF

Click download to save the password-protected copy.

TweakFiles vs Other PDF Protection Tools

FeatureTweakFilesOthers
PriceFree foreverFree / Paid
Privacy100% client-sideServer upload
SignupNeverOften required

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, 100% free with no limits.
Yes, everything is processed in your browser.