Last updated on
Sep 20, 2025
PerForm Unlock PDF shortcut alternative For Free
Use pdfFiller instead of PerForm to fill out forms and edit PDF documents online. Get a comprehensive PDF toolkit at the most competitive price.
Drop document here to upload
Up to 100 MB for PDF and up to 25 MB for DOC, DOCX, RTF, PPT, PPTX, JPEG, PNG, JFIF, XLS, XLSX or TXT
Note: Integration described on this webpage may temporarily not be available.
0
Forms filled
0
Forms signed
0
Forms sent
Try these PDF tools
Edit PDF
Quickly edit and annotate PDFs online.
Start now
Sign
eSign documents from anywhere.
Start now
Request signatures
Send a document for eSignature.
Start now
Share
Instantly send PDFs for review and editing.
Start now
Merge
Combine multiple PDFs into one.
Start now
Rearrange
Rearrange pages in a PDF document.
Start now
Compress
Compress PDFs to reduce their size.
Start now
Convert
Convert PDFs into Word, Excel, JPG, or PPT files and vice versa.
Start now
Create from scratch
Start with a blank page.
Start now
Edit DOC
Edit Word documents.
Start now
Discover the simplicity of processing PDFs online
Upload your document in seconds
Fill out, edit, or eSign your PDF hassle-free
Download, export, or share your edited file instantly
Top-rated PDF software recognized for its ease of use, powerful features, and impeccable support
Every PDF tool you need to get documents done paper-free
Create & edit PDFs
Generate new PDFs from scratch or transform existing documents into reusable templates. Type anywhere on a PDF, rewrite original PDF content, insert images or graphics, redact sensitive details, and highlight important information using an intuitive online editor.
Fill out & sign PDF forms
Say goodbye to error-prone manual hassles. Complete any PDF document electronically – even while on the go. Pre-fill multiple PDFs simultaneously or extract responses from completed forms with ease.
Organize & convert PDFs
Add, remove, or rearrange pages inside your PDFs in seconds. Create new documents by merging or splitting PDFs. Instantly convert edited files to various formats when you download or export them.
Collect data and approvals
Transform static documents into interactive fillable forms by dragging and dropping various types of fillable fields on your PDFs. Publish these forms on websites or share them via a direct link to capture data, collect signatures, and request payments.
Export documents with ease
Share, email, print, fax, or download edited documents in just a few clicks. Quickly export and import documents from popular cloud storage services like Google Drive, Box, and Dropbox.
Store documents safely
Store an unlimited number of documents and templates securely in the cloud and access them from any location or device. Add an extra level of protection to documents by locking them with a password, placing them in encrypted folders, or requesting user authentication.
Customer trust by the numbers
64M+
users worldwide
4.6/5
average user rating
4M
PDFs edited per month
9 min
average to create and edit a PDF
Join 64+ million people using paperless workflows to drive productivity and cut costs
Why choose our PDF solution?
Cloud-native PDF editor
Access powerful PDF tools, as well as your documents and templates, from anywhere. No installation needed.
Top-rated for ease of use
Create, edit, and fill out PDF documents faster with an intuitive UI that only takes minutes to master.
Industry-leading customer service
Enjoy peace of mind with an award-winning customer support team always within reach.
What our customers say about pdfFiller
See for yourself by reading reviews on the most popular resources:
I thought I would use the free trial and then cancel... I have found myself using it over and over again. It has saved me lots of paper and much time.
2014-09-18
It makes is so much easier to complete, manage and print a UB 04. I have never done it before, and have been stressing over it. This site has made it much easier.
2019-06-10
all the features save so much time! and the price of using them at first seemed ridiculous, but once you realize how much time and effort this can save you the price automatically becomes such an amazing deal.
2019-06-25
it was a great experience. But im not a business and only need was to keep track of all my medicines. the military clinic will provide me with a blank form for this purpose.thanks for allowing me the use of the free 30 days trial.
2019-12-10
Great for businesses.
Simple, yet powerful tool for anyone who finds themselves away from their desk often. I can easily fill in text fields, E-sign and add pictures to my pdfs. I've also used it to print, email or eFax pdfs and docs.
2018-01-23
Needed a way to merge Word docs to send…
Needed a way to merge Word docs to send to copy center and your site does it perfectly, no formatting issues.
2024-07-26
Really intuitive and easy to use…
Really intuitive and easy to use interface. I'm not the best with computers but I was able to workout what I needed to do fairly easily just by playing around with the site.
2023-10-02
pdfFiller has wonderful support. You can email them or use a chat feature. From the chat feature, I was able to do a remote session through zoom to get my issues resolved quickly. Through email they always respond within 20 minutes. Great customer service!
2022-05-26
This website is very good when it come…
This website is very good when it come to fill out forms and it quick and easy i would refer it to other people
2021-02-19
PerForm Unlock PDF: Unlock the Power of Your PDFs
Unlock PDF is a powerful feature offered by PerForm that allows you to easily remove password protection from your PDF documents. With this feature, you can quickly regain access to your important PDF files and unlock their full potential.
Key Features:
Effortlessly remove password protection from PDF files
Fast and seamless unlocking process
Supports all types of PDF encryption
Preserves the layout and formatting of the original document
Potential Use Cases and Benefits:
Efficiently access password-protected PDFs without hassle
Easily make edits, extract content, or insert pages into unlocked PDFs
Streamline collaboration by sharing unlocked PDFs with team members
Safely store and manage unlocked PDF files for future reference
By utilizing the PerForm Unlock PDF feature, you can effortlessly solve the problem of being unable to access or modify password-protected PDF files. Whether you need to make essential edits, extract specific content, or collaborate with others, this feature empowers you to take full control of your PDF documents. Experience the freedom of unlocking the full potential of your PDFs with PerForm!
How to Use the PerForm Unlock PDF Feature
Unlocking a PDF document is a breeze with the PerForm Unlock PDF feature. Follow these simple steps to get started:
01
Access the pdfFiller website or open the pdfFiller app on your device.
02
Sign in to your pdfFiller account. If you don't have an account yet, you can easily create one for free.
03
Once you're signed in, locate the 'PerForm Unlock PDF' feature. It is usually found under the 'Tools' or 'Utilities' section.
04
Click on the 'PerForm Unlock PDF' feature to open it.
05
Choose the PDF document you want to unlock. You can either upload a file from your device or select one from your pdfFiller account or cloud storage.
06
After selecting the PDF document, click on the 'Unlock' button.
07
Wait for a few moments while pdfFiller processes the document and removes the password protection.
08
Once the unlocking process is complete, you will be able to download the unlocked PDF file to your device or save it directly to your pdfFiller account or cloud storage.
09
Congratulations! You have successfully unlocked a PDF document using the PerForm Unlock PDF feature.
With the PerForm Unlock PDF feature, you can effortlessly remove password restrictions from your PDF files, allowing you to access and edit them with ease. Enjoy the convenience and flexibility of pdfFiller's powerful tools!
For pdfFiller’s FAQs
Below is a list of the most common customer questions. If you can’t find an answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
What if I have more questions?
Contact Support
How can I unlock a locked PDF?
Go to Finder > locate your file and double-click it to open it in Preview. Enter the password to unlock the PDF document. Once your PDF file is unlocked, click on File > Export as PDF > enter the file name and set its destination > hit Save. That's all, the new PDF file you just saved will no longer require a password.
How do I protect a PDF without the password?
1- Open the PDF File & click on the Lock icon. 2. Select Permission Details and click on the Security Methods menu, choose No Security.
How can I unlock a PDF file for free?
Drag and drop your document in the PDF Password Remover.
Confirm that you have the right to the file and click 'Unlock PDF!'.
The decryption process should start right away.
Modify your PDF further, or click 'Download File' to save the unlocked PDF.
How do you unlock a protected PDF file?
Click CHOOSE FILE. It's a green button on the right side of the page.
Select your PDF file. In the window that opens, go to the location in which your PDF is stored, then click the PDF once to select it.
Click Open.
Enter the user password.
Click UNLOCK.
Click VIEW & DOWNLOAD IN BROWSER.
#1 usability according to G2
Try the PDF solution that respects your time.