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Last updated on Sep 21, 2025

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so far so good. Not the easiest to find document while logged in. I find I have to do a search on the document from a web browser to get to it. PFDfiller couldn't find the doc from within the app.
Anonymous Customer
2015-09-22
Great office tool to use. I used PDFfiller to fill out superannuation and government forms where clarity is desirable. Very easy and intuitive to use.
Julian
2017-11-04
desde un inicio debería estar la indicación de que la aplicación es de pago para contemplarlo, en cuanto el funcionamiento es excelente, solo tengo duda acerca de la leyenda de que solo 5 documentos... al día al mes o a que se refieren? agradezco de antemano su atención.
Paulina
2019-07-17
Love the ease of use. I would highly recommednd this product to any business person. Initially, I was hesistant because learning new software is always my dread. However, once I signed on it was so easy. Makes daily document updates and creations easy. I can always find an Accord form I needed with this as well. And edit of pdfs are no longer an avoidance. Sometimes there is a delay from screen to screen. But nothing to really complain about.
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2019-01-22
After looking a good tool, I found it! I was searching for a tool that allows me to modify, sign and create all-in-on documents and finally I found it here with you, for that reason I subscribed.
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2023-09-27
What do you like best? Any pdf is editable Integrates well with Google Easy to use A great platform for document signing What do you dislike? More font options should be available Pricing can be high Docusign still signs documents better What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized? Easy to have multiple people sign forms Manages workflows flawlessly
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2021-08-19
PDFfiller is a feature rich document… PDFfiller is a feature rich document processing program. I had no idea what could be done by this program alone but I have been amazed. I did run into a glitch recently which was an internal error on their part and their support was tremendous in quickly fixing the issue and getting me back in business. The support is also very fast in responding to any questions I have had. I could not ask for more.
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2021-05-29
It was so easy It was so easy! I had to go back a few times to edit some pages of the document, but the process was simple. This was my initial use of the site, and, so far, I'm very pleased.
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2020-06-10
Ryan on the Support Team was extremely helpful and patient. He walked me through all of the steps to complete the form to my satisfaction. Thank you Ryan for teaching me!
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2020-05-21

Password Protect PDF and Encrypt PDF for Server

Ensure your documents remain secure with our Password Protect PDF and Encrypt PDF for Server feature. This essential tool helps you shield sensitive information from unauthorized access, giving you peace of mind while managing your files.

Key Features

Set strong passwords for PDF files to limit access
Encrypt PDF files for secure data transmission
User-friendly interface for easy setup
Batch processing for multiple files at once
Comprehensive support for various PDF standards

Potential Use Cases and Benefits

Protect financial statements before sharing with clients
Secure employee contracts and sensitive HR documents
Prevent unauthorized access to confidential research files
Ensure compliance with data protection regulations
Safeguard personal information in legal documents

This feature effectively addresses your need for document security. By allowing you to enforce strict access restrictions, it protects your valuable information from misuse. You can confidently share your PDFs, knowing they are encrypted and password-protected. Gain control over who can view, print, or edit your documents, and reinforce your commitment to data security.

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Open the PDF and choose Tools > Protect > Encrypt > Encrypt with Password. If you receive a prompt, click Yes to change the security. Select Require a Password to Open the Document, then type the password in the corresponding field.

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