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How to Use the PDF-XChange Editor Unlock PDF Feature

Unlocking a PDF document using the PDF-XChange Editor is a simple and straightforward process. Follow the steps below to unlock your PDF files:

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Launch the PDF-XChange Editor on your computer.
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Open the PDF file you want to unlock by clicking on 'File' in the top menu and selecting 'Open'.
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Once the PDF file is open, click on the 'Document' tab in the top menu.
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In the 'Document' tab, click on the 'Security' button.
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A drop-down menu will appear. Select 'Security Settings' from the menu.
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The 'Security Settings' window will open. Click on the 'Permissions' tab.
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In the 'Permissions' tab, you will see a list of permissions for the PDF file. By default, some permissions may be restricted.
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To unlock the PDF file and remove any restrictions, uncheck the boxes next to the permissions you want to remove.
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Once you have unchecked the desired permissions, click on the 'OK' button to save the changes.
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You will be prompted to enter a password if the PDF file is password-protected. Enter the password and click 'OK'.
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The PDF-XChange Editor will remove the restrictions and unlock the PDF file. You can now save the unlocked PDF file to your desired location.

That's it! You have successfully unlocked a PDF file using the PDF-XChange Editor Unlock PDF feature. Enjoy the freedom to edit and modify your PDF documents.

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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.
You just need to right-click on the PDF file, and you will see the below window. Select “Remove Restrictions” or “Remove Restrictions & Save as”, and soon you will get a PDF without restriction.
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.
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.

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