Restrict PDF

Restrict PDF online free. Lock printing, copying and editing with permissions — no signup, no upload, no limits.

Upload PDF to Restrict

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Max file size: 500MB

All processing happens entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to any server.

How to restrict pdf

1
Upload PDF
Select or drag the PDF you want to restrict.
2
Set Permissions
Uncheck printing, copying, or editing actions to restrict them.
3
Set Owner Password
Enter a password to lock the restrictions so they can't be changed.
4
Download
Save your restricted PDF.

Processing

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File Privacy

Never leaves your device

Price

Free forever

Requires

Modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)

PDF

Lock a PDF with a password without uploading it anywhere. Learn how to protect, restrict, and unlock PDFs entirely in your browser.

Is Restrict PDF free to use?+

Yes, Restrict PDF is completely free. There are no pricing tiers, no hidden costs, and no usage limits.

Are my PDF files uploaded to a server when using Restrict PDF?+

No. Restrict PDF processes everything entirely in your browser. Your files never leave your device.

What file formats does Restrict PDF support?+

Restrict PDF supports standard PDF files. For image-based tools, JPG, PNG, and WEBP are supported.