How to use Encrypt PDF
Use separate opening and owner passwords, plus the available permission settings, when preparing a protected PDF copy.
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How to: step-by-step
- Select the PDF.
- Set the user password for opening and/or the owner password for permissions.
- Choose an encryption level and the print, copy or edit permissions available.
- Encrypt, download and test the result in your intended PDF reader.
Tips for better results
- Use different user and owner passwords when assigning different access levels.
- Store the passwords securely before distributing the document.
Common pitfalls
- Permission restrictions depend on reader support and are not an absolute barrier to copying.
- A lost password cannot be recovered by PDFSulab.
Before you finish
Confirm compatibility with the recipient reader. Choose Protect PDF for a simpler password-protection task.