{"id":1650,"date":"2023-05-19T11:16:03","date_gmt":"2023-05-19T11:16:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/?p=1650"},"modified":"2025-07-16T13:19:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T13:19:40","slug":"convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/","title":{"rendered":"Convert Password-Protected PDF to Normal PDF Using 5 Different Ways"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"block_sum mb-3\"><em><strong>Summary:- <\/strong>Password-protected PDFs are commonly used to secure sensitive information. However, they can also limit access when you need to view, print, or share the file without restrictions. It&#8217;s a situation that happens more often than you&#8217;d think and can instantly disrupt your workflow. Sometimes, users may forget their password or want to remove protection for easier use. In that case, it becomes necessary to convert password protected PDF to PDF regular. <br \/>In this guide, we\u2019ll explore 5 easy ways to convert a password-protected PDF to a standard PDF. So that you can work with your documents more freely and efficiently. 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File<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Top_5_Ways_to_Convert_Password-Protected_PDF_to_PDF\" >Top 5 Ways to Convert Password-Protected PDF to PDF<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Method_1_Use_Adobe_Acrobat_Pro_DC_to_Unlock_Secured_PDF\" >Method 1: Use Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to Unlock Secured PDF<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Steps_to_Use_Adobe_Acrobat_to_Convert_Locked_PDF_to_Normal_PDF\" >Steps to Use Adobe Acrobat to Convert Locked PDF to Normal PDF<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Method_2_Print_to_PDF_Removes_Password_Using_a_Web_BrowserChromeEdge\" >Method 2: Print to PDF Removes Password Using a Web Browser(Chrome\/Edge)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Method_3_How_to_Unlock_Secured_PDF_Online_PDF_Password_Remover\" >Method 3: How to Unlock Secured PDF Online PDF Password Remover<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Method_4_Convert_Locked_PDF_to_Normal_PDF_via_Mac_Preview\" >Method 4: Convert Locked PDF to Normal PDF via Mac Preview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Method_5_Best_PDF_Unlocker_to_Convert_Password_Protected_PDF_to_PDF\" >Method 5: Best PDF Unlocker to Convert Password Protected PDF to PDF<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Quick_and_Easy_Steps_to_Convert_Password-Protected_PDF_to_PDF\" >Quick and Easy Steps to Convert Password-Protected PDF to PDF<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/convert-password-protected-pdf-to-normal-pdf\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions:-<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Should_You_Remove_Restrictions_from_PDF_File\"><\/span>Why Should You Remove Restrictions from PDF File<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re unable to remember the password, that protection quickly becomes a hassle. Here are a few common reasons why users look to convert a password-protected PDF into a normal one:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Once the password is removed, you can easily print, edit, or copy text from the PDF.<\/li>\n<li>You can send the PDF to others without sharing the password along with it.<\/li>\n<li>Unlocked PDFs work smoothly with other software, helping you get tasks done faster.<\/li>\n<li>Along with that, you don\u2019t need to type the password every time you open the file.<\/li>\n<li>It&#8217;s easier to save and open the PDF later without worry about forgetting the password.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now, you know that an unlocked PDF file can be easily opened, shared, and edit the file whenever you need.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_5_Ways_to_Convert_Password-Protected_PDF_to_PDF\"><\/span>Top 5 Ways to Convert Password-Protected PDF to PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for simple and effective solutions, proceed with the next section. Below are the top 5 easy and reliable methods to remove password from PDF. As a result, you can utilize your documents with ease.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_1_Use_Adobe_Acrobat_Pro_DC_to_Unlock_Secured_PDF\"><\/span>Method 1: Use Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to Unlock Secured PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Adobe Acrobat Pro DC is one of the most reliable and professional tools for working with secure PDF documents. If you know the password to the PDF file, you can easily remove the restrictions using the steps below.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You must know the password to open the file.<\/li>\n<li>Adobe Acrobat Pro DC (not the free Reader version).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Use_Adobe_Acrobat_to_Convert_Locked_PDF_to_Normal_PDF\"><\/span>Steps to Use Adobe Acrobat to Convert Locked PDF to Normal PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure you\u2019re using <strong>Adobe Acrobat Pro DC<\/strong>, not just Adobe Reader.<\/li>\n<li>Open <strong>Adobe Acrobat Pro DC<\/strong> on your system.<\/li>\n<li>Next, click on <strong>File &gt;&gt; Open<\/strong> and select your password-protected PDF.<\/li>\n<li>Enter the <strong>correct password<\/strong> to view the file.<\/li>\n<li>Then, go to <strong>File &gt; Properties<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>In the pop-up window, click the <strong>Security<\/strong> tab.<\/li>\n<li>Under <strong>Security Method<\/strong>, choose <strong>No Security<\/strong> from the dropdown.<\/li>\n<li>Now, click <strong>OK<\/strong> to apply the change.<\/li>\n<li>After that, go to <strong>File &gt;&gt; Save As<\/strong> to save your PDF as an unprotected file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Adobe Acrobat Pro DC is a <strong>paid tool<\/strong>, and this method only works if you already know the password.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Things to Keep in Mind:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It won\u2019t work on encrypted files without proper access rights.<\/li>\n<li>Adobe Acrobat Pro DC is a paid tool, but it offers a free 7-day trial.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_2_Print_to_PDF_Removes_Password_Using_a_Web_BrowserChromeEdge\"><\/span>Method 2: Print to PDF Removes Password Using a Web Browser(Chrome\/Edge)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Using a <strong>web browse<\/strong>r like <strong>Google Chrome<\/strong> or <strong>Microsoft Edge<\/strong> is another way to convert password-protected PDF to PDF:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>First, <strong>right-click<\/strong> on the locked PDF file and select <strong>Open with&gt;&gt; Google Chrome.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Then, when the browser prompts you, <strong>enter the correct password<\/strong> to unlock the file.<\/li>\n<li>Once the file opens, press <strong>Ctrl + P<\/strong> (Windows) or <strong>Cmd + P<\/strong> (Mac) to open the print window.<\/li>\n<li>Under the <strong>Destination<\/strong> or <strong>Printer<\/strong> section, select <strong>Save as PDF<\/strong> (or <strong>Microsoft Print to PDF<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<li>After that, click the <strong>Save<\/strong> button.<\/li>\n<li>Finally, choose the folder where you want to save the new file. Give it a name and click <strong>Save<\/strong> again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Limitations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It can\u2019t remove encryption if the password is forgotten.<\/li>\n<li>Also, this method is not suitable for batch file unlocking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_3_How_to_Unlock_Secured_PDF_Online_PDF_Password_Remover\"><\/span>Method 3: How to Unlock Secured PDF Online PDF Password Remover<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Websites like Smallpdf, iLovePDF, or PDF2Go allow you to unlock PDFs easily, as long as the file is not highly confidential. These tools allow you to quickly unlock secured PDFs right from your web browser.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to a trusted online PDF unlock tool like <strong>iLovePDF<\/strong>, <strong>SmallPDF<\/strong>, or <strong>PDF2Go<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>After that, click <strong>\u201cSelect PDF file\u201d<\/strong> and upload your secured document.<\/li>\n<li>If prompted, <strong>enter the correct password<\/strong> to access the file.<\/li>\n<li>Now, hit the <strong>\u201cUnlock PDF\u201d<\/strong> or <strong>\u201cStart\u201d<\/strong> button to begin the unlocking process.<\/li>\n<li>Once done, <strong>download the unlocked PDF<\/strong> to your device.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>After performing these steps, you will get the unlocked PDF file. So, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/blog\/unlock-secured-pdf-file-for-editing-and-printing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>unlock secured PDFs for editing &amp; printing<\/strong><\/a> easily.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Avoid using online tools for private, sensitive, or legal documents due to potential privacy risks.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_4_Convert_Locked_PDF_to_Normal_PDF_via_Mac_Preview\"><\/span>Method 4: Convert Locked PDF to Normal PDF via Mac Preview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re a Mac user and know the password to your PDF, the built-in Preview app can help. It can remove the password and save it as a normal, unprotected PDF.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Locate<\/strong> the encrypted PDF file on your Mac.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Right-click<\/strong> on the file and choose <strong>Open With &gt;&gt; Preview<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>When prompted, <strong>enter the password<\/strong> to unlock the PDF.<\/li>\n<li>Once the file is open in Preview, go to the <strong>File<\/strong> menu at the top.<\/li>\n<li>After that, select <strong>Export<\/strong> from the dropdown list.<\/li>\n<li>In the export window, choose the destination folder and make sure <strong>&#8220;Encrypt&#8221; is unchecked<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Lastly, click <strong>Save<\/strong> to export the file as a new, password-free PDF.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Note: <\/strong>The built-in preview cannot remove passwords from PDFs that you cannot open.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_5_Best_PDF_Unlocker_to_Convert_Password_Protected_PDF_to_PDF\"><\/span>Method 5: Best PDF Unlocker to Convert Password Protected PDF to PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to unlock password-protected PDF files safely, the <strong>Aryson PDF Unlocker Tool<\/strong> stands out as one of the best solutions available. This utility can remove both user and owner-level passwords from PDF documents. So, you can access, print, copy, and edit content without restrictions. It supports unlocking multiple PDF files at once and works smoothly across all versions of PDF. The best part is that it preserves the original formatting and structure of your files during the process. With its simple interface and strong performance, it is a trusted choice for users. Also, it provides a secure way to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/how-to\/remove-password-protections-from-pdf-file\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">remove password protections from PDF file<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_and_Easy_Steps_to_Convert_Password-Protected_PDF_to_PDF\"><\/span>Quick and Easy Steps to Convert Password-Protected PDF to PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>First, download the <strong>Aryson PDF Unlocker Tool<\/strong> and install it on your Windows system.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/assets\/img\/screenshot\/pdf-unlocker\/s1.webp\" alt=\"Install and Runs Aryson PDF Unlocker Tool\" width=\"811\" height=\"565\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>Add Files<\/strong> or <strong>Add Folder<\/strong> to browse password-protected PDF files to unlock.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/assets\/img\/screenshot\/pdf-unlocker\/s2.webp\" alt=\"Add Password Protected PDF File\" width=\"811\" height=\"565\" \/><\/li>\n<li>If needed, check the <strong>Edit Metadata<\/strong> box and select to <strong>unlock only protected PDFs<\/strong>.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/assets\/img\/screenshot\/pdf-unlocker\/s3.webp\" alt=\"Select Password Protected PDF for Unlocking\" width=\"811\" height=\"565\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Now, you can choose the password options along with the attachment saving option.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/assets\/img\/screenshot\/pdf-unlocker\/s4.webp\" alt=\"Choose Password Options\" width=\"811\" height=\"565\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Once everything is configured, click the <strong>Unlock<\/strong> button to begin the process.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arysontechnologies.com\/assets\/img\/screenshot\/pdf-unlocker\/s5.webp\" alt=\"Unlock Password Protected PDF file\" width=\"811\" height=\"565\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Throughout this blog, we discussed several practical methods to help you convert password-protected PDF to PDF which is fully accessible. Whether you prefer using built-in options like web browsers or Mac Preview, or need advanced features offered by Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, there&#8217;s a solution for every user type. And if you want a faster and more reliable way use the PDF Password Remover to remove passwords without losing formatting.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"faq-main_heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions:-<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752671453490\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q.1 Can I unlock multiple PDFs at once?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans: <\/strong>Yes, Aryson PDF Unlocker supports batch unlocking, allowing you to remove passwords from several PDF files at once.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752671471393\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q.2 Is it safe to use online tools to unlock PDF files?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Online tools can be convenient, but they may not be secure for confidential or sensitive files. It&#8217;s better to use offline software like Aryson PDF Unlocker for better privacy and data protection.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752671508895\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q.3 What happens if I forget the password of a PDF and don\u2019t have any backup?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><strong>Ans: <\/strong>If it&#8217;s an owner-level password (restricts editing or printing), some tools can still unlock the PDF. 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