PDF Security — Free Protection Tools

Encrypt, decrypt, sign, and secure your PDFs with comprehensive security tools. All operations happen locally in your browser for maximum privacy.

All PDF Security Tools

Encrypt PDF

Lock your PDF by adding a password.

Decrypt PDF

Remove password protection and restrictions from your PDF documents.

Sign PDF

Draw, type, or upload your signature.

Remove Restrictions

Remove password protection and security restrictions associated with digitally signed PDF files.

Change Permissions

Set or change user permissions on a PDF. Modify passwords and access controls.

Sanitize PDF

Remove metadata, annotations, scripts, and more.

Flatten PDF

Make form fields and annotations non-editable by flattening them into the PDF.

Linearize PDF

Optimize PDF for fast web viewing.

Remove Metadata

Strip hidden data from your PDF.

PDF Layers

Manage layers

Why Use ZentoPDF Security Tools?

No Uploads

100% client-side, your files never leave your device.

Forever Free

All tools, no trials, no paywalls.

Lightning Fast

Process PDFs instantly, without waiting or delays.

No Signup

Start instantly, no accounts or emails.

Frequently Asked Questions

What encryption standard does ZentoPDF use?

We use strong AES-256 bit encryption to password-protect your PDFs, the industry standard for secure document locking.

Can you help me recover a forgotten PDF password?

No. Because your files are encrypted locally and we don't store your passwords or files, we cannot recover a lost password.

How do I remove a password from a PDF?

You can use our Unlock PDF tool. You must know the current password to unlock it, after which we generate a password-free version.

Are my files uploaded for encryption?

Never. The AES encryption is processed directly by your computer's browser natively.