Dr.Fone User Guide for DocPassRemover

Part 1: What Is a PDF Permission Password?

A Permission Password is a type of lock used in PDF files that limits how the document can be used. While users may be able to open and read the file, the permission password can restrict key features such as: printing the file / copying text or images / editing the content / adding comments or annotations.

Part 2: How to Decrypt PDF Permission Password (No Open Password Required)?

If your PDF file doesn't require an open password to view but restricts certain actions—like copying text, printing, or editing—it means the file is protected by a permission password only. In this case, you don’t need to crack an open password; you simply need a way to decrypt the permission settings.

Open the Dr.Fone – DocPassRemover app and ensure your software is up to date to access the latest AI-powered features.

Drag the file into the interface or use the file selector. Select "Decrypt Permissions Password".

The tool will instantly analyze and decrypt the permission password. Once successful, a new copy of the PDF without any restrictions will be generated. Simply click "Open Decrypted File" to access the unrestricted document directly.

Part 3: How to Decrypt PDF Permission Password with Open Password?

In some cases, PDF files are protected by both an open password (required to view the document) and a permission password (which restricts actions like copying, printing, or editing). This guide walks you through practical methods to decrypt such PDFs—bypassing both the open password gate and the internal permission locks.

Step 1Upload or import the locked PDF file

Just like before, import the document into the software. Select "Decrypt Permissions Password".

Step 2Enter the Open Password

This allows the program to access and unlock the permission password. By entering the "Open Password" and clicking "Start Decrypting" to beging decrypting the pemission password.

Note: If you've forgotten the Open Password, click "Forgot Password" to decrypt it first before proceeding to decrypt the permission password. For detailed instructions, refer to: [Decrypt PDF Open Passwords].

Step 3Decryption begins automatically

Once verified, the tool will bypass the permission password. You can click "Open Decrypted File" to get access directly. After a successful decryption, a separate copy of the PDF without restrictions will be saved automatically for your convenience.

Note: If the decryption fails, you will be guided to the "Decrypt Open Password" feature for further attempts — refer to [this guide] for detailed instructions.

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