How to remove a PDF password for free without installing a program?

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If you have a PDF file that is password-protected and you want to remove the password without installing any software, you can try the following methods:

1. Use Google Chrome:
- Open the password-protected PDF file in Google Chrome.
- When prompted to enter the password, enter it and press "Enter".
- Once the file is open, go to the Print option (Ctrl + P).
- In the print window, select "Save as PDF" as the printer option and click on the "Save" button.
- You will be prompted to choose a location to save the new PDF file without any password protection.

2. Use a PDF Unlocker website:
There are several online tools available that can help you remove the password from a PDF file without installing any software. One such tool is "smallpdf.com/unlock-pdf". You can upload your password-protected PDF file to the website, and it will remove the password for you.

3. Use Adobe Acrobat Online:
- Go to the Adobe Acrobat Online website (https://www.acrobat.com) and sign in with your Adobe ID (you can create one for free if you don't have).
- Click on the "Unlock a PDF" option and upload your password-protected PDF file.
- Adobe Acrobat Online will remove the password protection from your PDF file and give you the option to download the unprotected file.

These methods should help you remove the password from a PDF file without installing any additional software. Just remember to use these tools with caution and ensure that you have the legal right to remove the password protection from the PDF file.