About Protect PDF
Protecting a PDF with a password prevents unauthorized people from opening it. This is a simple and effective safeguard for documents containing personal, financial or business information that you need to send over email or store in the cloud.
Golden PDF encrypts the file locally in your browser, so the password and document are never transmitted to a server. Share the password through a different channel from the file itself, such as a phone call or message, for best security.
Common uses
- Secure a bank statement or tax document before emailing it
- Protect confidential contracts and proposals
- Add a password to personal records stored in the cloud
- Limit access to a draft shared with a small group
Tips for best results
- Choose a long password that mixes words, numbers and symbols.
- Store the password in a password manager; there is no way to recover it if you forget it.
- Keep an unprotected copy in a safe place in case you need to edit the file later.