To remove a password from a PDF on a Mac, you can use the built-in Preview application. Here's a step-by-step guide:
.1 **Open the PDF File:**
- Locate the PDF file from which you want to remove the password.
- Double-click on the PDF file to open it using the default PDF viewer, which is usually Preview.
2. **Enter the Password:**
- When you open a password-protected PDF, Preview will prompt you to enter the password.
3. **Unlock the PDF:**
- Enter the password for the PDF file and click "OK" or "Unlock."
4. **Remove the Password:**
- After entering the correct password, the PDF will be unlocked, and you'll be able to view its contents.
5. **Save the PDF Without a Password:**- To remove the password permanently, go to the "File" menu at the top-left corner of the screen.
6. **Export as PDF:**
- In the "File" menu, select "Export as PDF."
7. **Set a New Name and Location (Optional):**
- You can choose to save the PDF with a different name and location or keep the original name and location.
8. **Uncheck the "Encrypt" Option:**
- In the "Export as PDF" dialog box, make sure to uncheck the "Encrypt" option. This step is crucial, as it prevents the new PDF from being password-protected.
9. **Click "Save":**
- Once you've unchecked the "Encrypt" option, click the "Save" button to save the PDF without a password.
The new PDF file will be saved without a password, and you'll be able to open it without needing to enter a password. Make sure to keep the newly created PDF in a secure location if you no longer want it to be password-protected.
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