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Encrypt your PDF with a password to keep sensitive data confidential.

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Are you looking for a reliable solution to protect your important PDF documents? Look no further! Our cutting-edge software offers advanced encryption and password protection to ensure your files stay secure from unauthorized access. With our easy-to-use interface, you can quickly protect your PDFs with just a few clicks.

  • Password-Protect PDF for Maximum Safety

  • Protect pdf from copying with password

  • Add a password to multiple PDFs at once.

Protect PDF document with a password
The "Protect PDF" feature is an essential tool for securing your digital documents from unauthorized access and distribution. By using our Protect PDF tool, you can add passwords to restrict permissions, and encrypt the contents of your PDF files to ensure that only intended recipients can view or modify the document.
Protect PDFs Reliably and Securely
PDFSoda uses TLS encryption to ensure the safety of your data. We do not save any data; all files are permanently deleted after you download them within an hour. Try it today and experience peace of mind, knowing that your documents are safe and secure.
Works Across All Devices
Our Protect PDF tool works seamlessly across all devices, ensuring you can secure and access your documents from anywhere. Whether you are using a desktop, tablet, or smartphone, our tool provides reliable protection for your PDFs.
Protect PDF from Editing and Copying with Passwords
Don't take chances with your sensitive information, such as financial records, legal documents, and confidential reports. Add passwords to your PDF files to prevent copying, printing, or editing, further safeguarding the integrity and confidentiality of your data. Moreover, PDFsoda's 'Protect PDF' capabilities suggest strong password options for added security and ensure password validation.
How to set a strong password
Some PDF passwords can be hacked easily. So you should up Password Strength for Added Security when the more complex your password, the safer your file. We recommend using a non-dictionary word of at least 8 characters with numbers, capital letters, and Special Character (!@#$%^*).
Set Password Protection for a PDF in the Cloud
When you use PDFsoda, you don't drain capacity from your computer because all PDF merging happens in the cloud. You can encrypt your PDF online by simply uploading it, choosing a password, and then downloading the result.
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How to password protect a PDF document for free?

Step by step guide to protect a PDF document for free with our tool:

  1. Go to the Protect PDF tool’s website and upload the PDF document you want to protect. You can choose to drag and drop your file or click an upload button.
  2. Enter in the input box to set a password. Enter a strong password that includes a mix of letters, numbers, and special characters.
  3. Confirm your password and click 'Protect PDF' to secure your PDF with.
  4. Once the process is complete, download your password-protected PDF document or create a shareable link.

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