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PDF Protect

Add password protection to PDF

Real AES-256 Encryption

Uses qpdf to apply PDF standard AES-256 encryption. Works in Adobe Acrobat, Chrome, and all major PDF viewers.

Drop your file here

or tap to browse — accepts .pdf

Free: Single file • 25MB max • Upgrade for Batch

Auto-deleted in 30 min Fast processing No watermark

Simple, Honest Pricing

Founder pricing — limited time

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$9one-time

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How to use PDF Protect

1

Upload

Drop your .pdf file or tap to browse

2

Convert

We process it instantly with secure encryption

3

Download

Get your .pdf file ready to use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PDF Protect free to use?

Yes! This tool is free for all users. Free accounts get 5 conversions per day with a 25MB upload limit.

Are my files safe?

Absolutely. All uploads are encrypted in transit, processed in isolated environments, and automatically deleted within 30 minutes.

Will the output have a watermark?

Never. VIP File Tools never adds watermarks to your converted files — free or premium.

What's the maximum file size?

Free users can upload files up to 25MB. Premium users can upload files up to 100MB or more.

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Your credentials and files are never logged, stored, or indexed.

Security Specs

  • AES-256 standard encryption algorithms.
  • Protects both user access and admin settings permissions.
  • Safe processing with immediate server cleanup.