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Change Permissions

Modify PDF permissions. Control printing, copying, and editing access.

Upload PDF File

Drag and drop a PDF file here, or click to browse.

Support: application/pdf, .pdf

About This Tool

Change Permissions modifies the access controls on your PDF documents. Enable or disable printing, copying, editing, and annotation permissions.

Set an owner password to enforce these restrictions. Recipients can view the document but are limited in what actions they can perform.

All processing happens in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.

How to Use

  1. Upload Your PDF

    Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select.
  2. Set Permissions

    Enable or disable printing, copying, editing, and annotations.
  3. Apply and Download

    Set owner password and download the restricted PDF.

Use Cases

Prevent Copying

Disable text copying to protect content.

Control Printing

Restrict or allow document printing.

Limit Editing

Prevent modifications to the document.

Frequently Asked Questions

An owner password is required to enforce permissions.

Yes, with the owner password or using Remove Restrictions tool.

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