How to Password-Protect a PDF
Add password protection to any PDF file entirely in your browser. The encryption happens locally — no upload required.
Password-protecting a PDF is useful for sensitive documents: contracts, financial reports, personal documents. FileCraft encrypts PDFs locally in your browser.
Step-by-Step Guide
Open FileCraft Protect PDF
Go to filecraft.tools/protect-pdf.
Upload your PDF
Drop your PDF. It is processed locally.
Set a strong password
Choose a password with at least 8 characters, mixing letters, numbers, and symbols. Write it down safely — there is no recovery option.
Download the encrypted PDF
The PDF now requires the password to open. Test it by opening the downloaded file.
Try it now — free, no account, no upload
Open Protect Pdf →Pro Tips
- 💡Note: FileCraft's PDF encryption is user password protection. It does not support owner/permissions passwords in the current version
- 💡For highly sensitive documents, use 256-bit AES encryption (future feature)
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of encryption does FileCraft use?
PDF password protection using the Standard Security Handler. The password is required to open and read the PDF.
Can FileCraft unlock a PDF I encrypted?
Yes — use filecraft.tools/unlock-pdf and enter the same password you set.