How to Remove Password Protection from PDF on Mac

Removing password protection from a PDF on a Mac is a common task, especially when you've forgotten the password or need to access the document more easily. Fortunately, there are a few methods you can try to achieve this.

Method 1: Using Preview

1. Open the password-protected PDF in Preview.

2. Enter the password when prompted.

3. Go to the 'File' menu and select 'Export'.

4. Choose a location to save the new unprotected PDF file.

5. Uncheck the 'Encrypt' option and click 'Save'.

Method 2: Using Google Chrome

1. Open Google Chrome and drag the password-protected PDF into the browser.

2. Enter the password when prompted.

3. Go to the Print menu (or press Ctrl+P) and select 'Save as PDF'.

4. Choose a location to save the new unprotected PDF file.

Method 3: Using Adobe Acrobat

1. Open the password-protected PDF in Adobe Acrobat.

2. Enter the password when prompted.

3. Go to the 'File' menu and select 'Properties'.

4. Click on the 'Security' tab and select 'No Security' from the dropdown menu.

5. Save the changes.

By following these methods, you can remove password protection from a PDF on your Mac with ease.