Generate a password for a PDF
Make a strong password before you protect a document.
Before you password-protect a PDF, you need a strong password worth using. This tool generates one in your browser, so it is created on your device, then you can use it with the Protect PDF tool.
How to generate a password for a PDF
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Set the options
Choose the length and character types for a strong password.
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Generate
A random password is created on your device.
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Use it to protect
Copy it, then apply it with the Protect PDF tool.
Why generate a PDF password locally
Both the password here and the protection in Protect PDF happen on your device, so the password guarding your document is never handled by a server.
Frequently asked questions
Is the password sent anywhere?+
No. It is generated in your browser and never transmitted.
How do I use it on a PDF?+
Copy the password, then open the Protect PDF tool and set it as the document’s password.
What if I forget it?+
Store it in a password manager, because a protected PDF cannot be recovered without the password.
Is it free?+
Yes, with no sign-up.