how to remove pdf file password on Mac?

I received a secured pdf file, but I need to edit it and mail it. Is it possible to remove the password of a pdf file on Mac? You know I can't ask for the right password. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

MacBook Air

Posted on Dec 24, 2013 10:15 PM

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Aug 11, 2014 8:35 PM in response to Het Artiek

thanks to Het Artiek, great solution. this saved me a lot of time in avoiding retyping data (all from files I own).


Het ArtiekMar 10, 2014 3:01 PM Re: how to remove pdf file password on Mac?
Re: how to remove pdf file password on Mac?in response to dffd

  1. Open the restricted file in Preview
  2. Choose File: Save..., or print as pdf
  3. Open the saved file in Adobe Reader or Preview

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