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How to send Password Protected PDF Online

Use it to Sending Password-Protected PDF and keep data safe, regardless of the software you use. No one can open, modify or sign your file without the unique code. Even if you sent the file to someone by mistake they will not be able to gain access to it nonetheless.

Send Password Protected PDFs Securely

Protecting your sensitive documents is easy with our Send Password Protected PDF feature. Now, you can share important files while keeping them secure from unauthorized access. This feature allows you to add a layer of security to your PDFs, ensuring that only intended recipients can view the content.

Key Features

Easily set a password before sending PDFs
User-friendly interface for quick access
Cross-platform compatibility for seamless sharing
Instant notifications when recipients download the files
Ability to update passwords on the fly

Potential Use Cases and Benefits

Share financial reports securely with stakeholders
Send confidential client information to partners
Distribute sensitive legal documents to authorized personnel
Provide encrypted course materials to students
Ensure medical records reach healthcare providers safely

By using the Send Password Protected PDF feature, you can easily address the common problem of document security. Whether you are sharing company reports, client contracts, or personal information, you can rest assured that your files are safe. With a simple password, you take control of your document’s accessibility, making it a smart choice for anyone who values privacy and security.

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How to Use the Sending Password Protected PDF Made Simple Feature

With the Sending Password Protected PDF Made Simple feature, you can easily send password-protected PDFs to ensure the security of your documents. Follow these steps to use this feature:

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Login to your pdfFiller account.
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Upload the PDF document you want to send.
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Click on the 'SendToSign' button located at the top of the page.
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In the 'SendToSign' window, click on the 'Password Protect' option.
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Enter a strong password in the provided field. Make sure to choose a password that is not easily guessable.
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Optionally, you can set an expiration date for the password. This will ensure that the recipient can only access the PDF within a specified time frame.
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Click on the 'Send' button to send the password-protected PDF to the recipient.
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The recipient will receive an email notification with a link to access the PDF. They will be prompted to enter the password you set in Step 5.
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Once the recipient enters the correct password, they will be able to view and download the PDF.
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You will receive a notification when the recipient has accessed the PDF.

By following these simple steps, you can easily send password-protected PDFs using the Sending Password Protected PDF Made Simple feature in pdfFiller. This feature ensures the confidentiality and security of your sensitive documents.

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Launch the program, and it will ask the location of the PDF file. Before you select and open the PDF, change the mode to Complete Rewrite, then switch to the Security tab and set the Security System to No encryption. Click the Save button and your PDF will no longer require a password to open.
Right-click on the password-protected PDF file, go to Open with and then click on Microsoft Edge. Enter the password of the PDF file. Press [Enter] or click on the OK button to unlock the password-protected PDF file.
You'll be prompted to provide the password. Afterward, click on the Print button in the top-right corner. In the left panel, click on the Change button under the Destination section. Here select Save as PDF from the list of destinations.
Click CHOOSE FILE. It's a green button on the right side of the page. Select your PDF file. Click Open. Enter the user password. Click UNLOCK. Click VIEW & DOWNLOAD IN BROWSER.

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