Papiral
PixelForge
TabularPassword Protect PDF Online
Add password protection to your PDF files. Recipients must enter the password to open the document.
Pro feature. Upgrade to use Protect PDF. See plans →
1. Upload images
Drop images here or click to browse
JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, TIFF, AVIF — up to 10 files, 25 MB total
2. Configure settings
The password will be required to open the protected PDF. Keep a copy — there is no way to recover it if lost.
What this tool does
Papiral encrypts your PDFs with a password of your choosing. Once protected, the PDF requires the password to open in any PDF viewer. Process multiple PDFs in one batch — all files in the ZIP will be encrypted with the same password.
Problems it solves
- Protecting sensitive financial or legal documents before emailing
- Restricting access to confidential reports shared with external parties
- Password-protecting employee records before distribution
- Securing draft documents sent for review
Example
Password-protect 10 confidential contract PDFs before sending
Frequently asked questions
What happens if I forget the password?
There is no way to recover the password — keep a copy in a secure location. Papiral does not store passwords.
Is the same password applied to all files in the batch?
Yes — all PDFs in the batch are encrypted with the same password you specify.
Related tools
Unlock PDF
ProRemove password protection and print/edit restrictions from PDF files. Download an unlocked, freely accessible PDF.
Watermark PDF
ProStamp a custom text watermark on every page of your PDFs. Control position, size, and opacity.
Remove Metadata
Strip author, title, keywords, and other metadata from PDF files. Protect privacy before sharing documents.