If you want to use this feature for Adobe Acrobat Reader, we’re here to help you! Keep reading this article, and keep your files safe from any snoopers!
How to Password Protect a PDF in Adobe Reader?
The feature to protect passwords is only available to Premium users. Acrobat Pro starts from $14.99/month. You can look for authorized resellers to purchase the premium version to enjoy all the application’s features.
Password Protect
Password protection prevents your file from being viewed or edited by other users. This is a one-click solution to secure your PDFs from other users. You can limit access by registering a password that a viewer or editor must enter to access. Follow these steps to use the Password Protect feature:
Encrypt Your File
You can choose an advanced route to protect your PDF through encryption. Through encryption, the data in your PDF is scrambled up, and users can only decrypt the actual data with a key. You can encrypt your file with a password. You can use these instructions to encrypt your PDF on Adobe Acrobat Reader:
Password Protect Printing, Editing, and Copying
On Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can secure your PDF from being printed, edited, or copied. To perform each of these actions, you can set a password. If you wish to password protect these actions, follow these instructions:
Set Password Online
If you do not wish to purchase the premium version of Adobe Acrobat, you can upload the PDF online and set a password. Follow these instructions to password protect your documents online:
How to Remove Password from Acrobat Reader?
If you no longer feel the need to password protect your PDF, you can remove the requirement to enter a password before accessing the PDF. Remember, to remove the password from a secured PDF, you need relevant administrative access. Follow these instructions to remove the password from Adobe Acrobat:
