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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

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What our customers say about pdfFiller

See for yourself by reading reviews on the most popular resources:
This program is awesome. A little difficult to look up forms at times - but overall experience was fantastic and the finished product looks clean and professional.
David
2014-12-18
I AM A TAX PREPARER SO YOU CAN IMAGINE AT THE BUSIEST TIME HAVING TO RUSH AND GO BUY FORMS OR ORDER ONLINE, IT WAS EASY VERY SELF EXPLANATORY. WOULD LIKE TO SEE ADDITIONAL FEATURES, SAVE THE EIN NUMBER, PREFILL THE SS AND MEDICARE WHEN YOU PUT IN THE AGI.
SABRINA A
2017-02-03
This software seems to be nice and easy to use, im still working my way round it. I was looking to send a form to be returned filled in. Looks like this should be easy enough. I will keep my fingers crossed.
Gary
2018-11-26
Succesful Document Recovery ! Harmhon Rhey from Customer Support was very helpful and assisted me immediately to recover document that I though was lost!! Saved me a lot of time and aggravation! THANK YOU :)
Agnieszka Martin
2020-03-11
PDF Filler is a must for me! I love it! As a small business owner who strives to maintain a professional business image (website, business cards, etc.) , PDFfiller does just that for the proposals I create for my customers ... both future, and repeat. I know for a fact my customers appreciate the quality and professionalism of the proposals they receive from me - they've told me so! Thanks PDFfiller! I love the ability to quickly, and easily, create/copy professional proposals for my customers. I then save each file as a PDF (with my logo embedded at the top left of each document), and attach via e-mail for completing my estimation process with each customer. The only thing I've discovered is with the particular template I use for my particular proposals - my template has an area that indicates "Page 1 of _" ... well, there are no additional pages that are affiliated with my template, so I end up either having to re-edit to ensure my entire proposal fits into "Page 1", or I have to continue additional pages outside of PDFfiller.
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2019-01-22
Really wonderful app Really wonderful app! It gives you the possibility to edit every element of the PDF you need - from the text (with its exact font) to images and more. I`m really very satisfied with it!
Milena Peeva
2024-02-01
Easy and convenient I usually use free apps because they're free, but this program is worth the money. I do a LOT of paperwork on the daily, so this makes life much easier.
E Roberts
2022-12-29
Perfect for College I've been using this for my online math course worksheets and this has been so helpful. It's easy to type and draw, editing isn't annoying, and the color palate is easy on the eyes.
Alexandra Chavez
2022-09-07
It works well in that you can fill out the form, but it would be great if you could move the text box once you've started. I was unable to do that and had to start over in some cases because alignment was off.
Carrie May G
2020-05-15

pdfFiller — an easy-to-use tool to Encrypt and Unlock PDF online

In case you've ever been fed up with utilizing single-function platforms where you are only capable to complete just a single manipulation at a time, we understand how you feel. Despite the fact that those are very common features which most platforms support separately, hardly any of them provide the full compatibility to do both simultaneously. By using pdfFiller, you can start to get your time back and complete work faster.

pdfFiller is a professional, online PDF editing tool that works from the cloud. To be able to Encrypt and Unlock PDF, you just need to open a browser, log in to your account, choose a form, and Encrypt and Unlock PDF in minutes. The process of editing files in Portable Document Format is simple, smooth actually. An advanced set of features enables you to do what you need and even more. Take a look at some helpful features available in our solution:

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signatures. Approve any document right from your device
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Extensive export. Send a file out by email or fax, transfer it to the cloud, or download as one of the available formats: PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, and JPG
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Templates. Create reusable documents and fill them out as many times as you want
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Fill out fields. Collect the data from recipients the simple way
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Page management. Rotate, delete, or add new pages to give more details
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Watermarks. Place your logo or company name on the document's pages in order to avoid plagiarism

Unlike other web platforms, our team takes the data security seriously. We maintain the services in accordance with the US and EU data protection standards. pdfFiller creates a secure connection whenever you log in to account and keep information on servers in an encrypted form so that the likelihood of unauthorized access to your profile is nearly impossible.

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Encrypt and Unlock PDF Feature

Protecting your PDF documents is crucial in today's digital world. Our Encrypt and Unlock PDF feature allows you to secure sensitive information and gain access when needed. You can confidently manage your documents while ensuring the right people can view them.

Key Features

Strong encryption to protect your PDF files
Simple process to unlock secured PDFs
User-friendly interface for quick navigation
Support for various PDF versions
No software installation required

Potential Use Cases and Benefits

Secure financial documents to prevent unauthorized access
Share sensitive business files with trusted partners
Unlock PDF files for editing or printing when you forget your password
Create confidential reports that only selected individuals can access

With our Encrypt and Unlock PDF feature, you can easily safeguard your documents and eliminate worries about data breaches. This tool ensures you stay in control of who accesses your information while simplifying the process of unlocking PDFs. You can focus on your work without the stress of managing sensitive documents.

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How to Encrypt and Unlock PDF with pdfFiller

Encrypting and unlocking PDF files is a breeze with pdfFiller! Follow these simple steps to secure your PDF documents and easily unlock them when needed:

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Log in to your pdfFiller account. If you don't have an account yet, you can easily create one for free.
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Once you're logged in, click on the 'Encrypt PDF' option in the main menu.
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Upload the PDF file you want to encrypt by clicking on the 'Choose File' button. You can also drag and drop the file directly into the designated area.
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After the file is uploaded, you can set a password for the PDF. Make sure to choose a strong password that is not easily guessable.
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Once you've set the password, click on the 'Encrypt' button to secure your PDF file. pdfFiller will encrypt the file and protect it with the password you provided.
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To unlock an encrypted PDF, go back to the main menu and click on the 'Unlock PDF' option.
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Upload the encrypted PDF file by clicking on the 'Choose File' button or dragging and dropping the file into the designated area.
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Enter the password you set for the PDF file in the provided field.
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Click on the 'Unlock' button to remove the encryption from the PDF file. pdfFiller will decrypt the file and make it accessible again.
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Once the PDF is unlocked, you can download it or continue editing it using pdfFiller's comprehensive set of tools.

With pdfFiller's Encrypt and Unlock PDF feature, you can ensure the security of your sensitive documents while maintaining easy access whenever you need it. Start encrypting and unlocking your PDF files today!

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Click the Select a file button above, or drag and drop a PDF into the drop zone. Enter a password, then retype it to confirm the password. Click Set password. Sign in to download or share your protected PDF.
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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