Real PDF Password Lock
Lock PDF with Password
Upload your PDF, set a password and download a real locked PDF file. No HTML vault, no fake download, no server upload.
Recipient will need this password to open the PDF.
Minimum 4 characters. Strong password is recommended.
Higher quality may increase file size.
Downloaded file will be .pdf, not HTML.
Important: This page creates a real password-protected PDF. It rebuilds the PDF visually page-by-page, so the design stays protected and shareable as a normal PDF file.
Password Protect PDF Online
Hargod Lock PDF helps you add an open password to a PDF directly in your browser. The file is processed locally and downloads as a normal .pdf file, so you can share it through WhatsApp, email, Google Drive or any other platform.
How to lock PDF?
- Upload your PDF file.
- Enter and confirm the password.
- Click Lock & Download PDF.
- Share the locked PDF and send the password separately.