Password Protect PDF
Add password protection to any PDF file in seconds.Upload your document, set a password, and share it securely.
Upload PDF to Password Protect
Supports PDF files up to 100MB
Why Password Protect Your PDFs?
One-Click Protection
Upload your PDF and set a password instantly. No software to install or complicated steps.
Share Securely
Send a link instead of an attachment. Only people with the password can view your document.
Control Access
Decide who sees your files. Change or remove the password at any time from your dashboard.
Free to Use
Password protect your first PDF completely free. No credit card required to get started.
How to Password Protect a PDF
Upload PDF
Drag and drop or select your PDF document to upload. Free: 10MB. Pro: 100MB.
Set Password
Enter a password to protect your PDF. The file is encrypted and secured automatically.
Share Link
Copy your secure link and share it. Recipients must enter the password to view the PDF.
Common Use Cases
Confidential Reports
Protect internal reports, strategy documents, and board presentations with password access.
Legal Documents
Secure contracts, NDAs, and legal filings so only authorised parties can access them.
Financial Statements
Share invoices, tax returns, and financial data with password protection for privacy.
HR Documents
Distribute payslips, offer letters, and employee records securely to the right people.
Client Deliverables
Send proposals, designs, and project files to clients with controlled access.
Medical Records
Share sensitive health documents and lab results with password-only viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does password protecting a PDF work?
Upload your PDF to Linkyhost and set a password. We encrypt the file and generate a secure shareable link. Anyone who opens the link must enter the password to view the document.
What type of encryption is used?
Linkyhost uses AES encryption to secure your PDF files. Your document is protected both during transfer and while hosted on our servers.
Can I remove the password later?
Yes. You can update or remove the password from your PDF link at any time through your Linkyhost dashboard.
What file size limits are there?
Free accounts can protect PDFs up to 10MB. Pro accounts support up to 100MB per file.
Is password protecting a PDF free?
Yes! Free accounts can password protect one PDF. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited password-protected uploads with larger file sizes and no branding.
Can I share the protected PDF with multiple people?
Yes. Share the link with anyone and provide them the password. Only people who enter the correct password can view the document.