Change Permissions
Modify PDF permissions. Control printing, copying, and editing access.
Drag and drop files here, or click to browse
or
Drag and drop a PDF file here, or click to browse.
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How to Use
Follow these three simple steps to process your file in seconds.
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select.
Set Permissions
Enable or disable printing, copying, editing, and annotations.
Apply and Download
Set owner password and download the restricted 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.
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
Have questions? Find quick answers about this tool here.
An owner password is required to enforce permissions.
Yes, with the owner password or using Remove Restrictions tool.
Most PDF readers respect permissions, but some may not enforce them.