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Change text, highlight or blackout content, add signatures, convert documents into templates, and more.
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Make a document fillable by adding fillable fields. Send it to your customers or colleagues and receive filled out copies right in your account.
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Every change you make in a document is saved in the cloud, not on your computer. Storage limits? They don't exist.
Library with 25 million free documents ready for upload
Quickly add a ready-to-fill document from the built-in library instead of creating it from scratch. Contracts, agreement, tax forms - get the form you need in seconds.
Unlock and Password Protect PDF on your Mac like a pro with a desktop app
Empowering users to design professional documents as easily and conveniently as possible has always been the basis of pdfFiller. Fill out documents, edit, sign, and send to recipients, even if you don't have an internet access.
Get started - Unlock and Password Protect PDF with pdfFiller for Mac with the app
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Install the desktop app
Download and install the version that suits your PC.
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Log in
Enter your account credentials or create a new one.
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Start editing
Create or upload a document and start editing in seconds.
Coming soon to pdfFiller for macOS
We’re currently focused on adding these features as soon as possible to the desktop app.
I'm just beginning and not sure I'm using it correctly. what I'd like to do is to be able to simply use the icon in my internet task bar to open the account rather than have to open up pdffiller.com
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David H
2017-03-10
Nice program. Was able to learn without reading the guide much. Would like the option to pay per document instead of subscribing via monthly or yearly.
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How to Unlock and Password Protect PDF on a Mac with the pdfFiller desktop application
Portable Document Format has become firmly entrenched in our workflows. Some people use it day-to-day while working on documents, while others only have to use it once in a while, for example, when they need to Unlock and Password Protect PDF or submit a report. And although that task is uncomplicated, it can often require a specialized software. Employing the PDF format is not always easy. To make a good PDF editing tool, it has to be an application software that works on macOS.
pdfFiller is a professional document management tool that enables you to automate your day-to-day PDF tasks. The pdfFiller desktop app for macOS delivers extensive abilities for recognizing existing text and adding fillable fields. Quickly and easily create online forms for your convenience.
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Launch pdfFiller’s website in your browser
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Download an application software for macOS
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Go to Finder -> Applications -> pdfFiller
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Click on pdfFiller to install it
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Type in your credentials for logging in to your account
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Upload a form or select one in fillable format from the built-in library
You'll have a ready-made document in just a few minutes, along with all the tools you need to further modify it, share it, and securely store.
Mac devices have a default software for working with PDF files called Preview, but it’s limited to viewing them and making simple adjustments. It can meet your requirements, but whenever you have more advanced tasks, such as generating sophisticated legal agreements or interactive web surveys, Preview is not the answer. This is where most turn to pdfFiller.
pdfFiller is a great option for macOS users to generate, edit, and store professional document templates. It provides advantages that captivate, including integrations with cloud services, a user-friendly interface, and an extensive library of fillable forms. For instance, you can add a document from your Google Drive or select one of the 25 million documents in the pdfFiller Library, then quickly Unlock and Password Protect PDF and save it to your account. Even further, you can also install the pdfFiller iOS mobile app for constant access to your account and documents even when on the go. Don't settle for less. Install the app now, sync on your devices, and use it anywhere, anytime!
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Questions & Answers
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.
How do I password protect a file folder on my desktop?
Use encryption to password protect a folder or a file Navigate to the folder or file you want to encrypt. Right-click the item, click Properties, then click Advanced. Check Encrypt contents to secure data. Windows then asks if you want to encrypt only the file or its parent folder and all the files within that as well.
How do I put a password on my Mac desktop?
Change the login password on Mac On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Settings, then click Users & Groups in the sidebar. Click the Info button next to your user name on the right. Click Change. Enter your current password in the Old Password field.
Can you password protect a folder on Mac desktop?
Thankfully, it's easy to password protect files and folders on your Mac using built-in or third-party tools. And because you'll encrypt the data at the same time, you'll make it unreadable to anyone who doesn't have your password.
How do I lock a file on my Mac desktop?
Lock a document on Mac Lock a closed document: Select it in a Finder window or on the desktop, choose File > Get Info, click the arrow next to General, then select Locked. Lock an open document: Hold the pointer to the right of the document title in the toolbar, click the down arrow , then select Locked.
How do I password protect a file on my Mac desktop?
Require a password to open a document Choose File > Set Password (from the File menu at the top of your screen), enter the requested information, then click Set Password.
How do I password protect a PDF on my desktop?
Follow these six steps to password protect PDFs on your PC. Navigate to the password protection page. Click the blue button labeled “Select a file” or drag and drop a PDF into the drop zone. Create and enter a password. Retype it to confirm the password. Click Set Password.
