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How to Encrypt PDF and Compress PDF on Desktop with DocHub

DocHub is a powerful platform that simplifies document management by enabling users to edit, sign, distribute, and complete forms effortlessly. With its seamless integration with Google Workspace, users can import, export, modify, and sign documents directly from Google apps, making the workflow more interactive and efficient. Whether you're looking to protect sensitive information or optimize file size, our editor provides convenient tools to Encrypt PDF and Compress PDF on Desktop.

Follow the steps to Encrypt and Compress your PDF

Open the DocHub website and log in to your account.
Upload the PDF file you wish to encrypt by selecting the appropriate option in the editor.
Once your document is uploaded, look for the security settings within the editing tools and choose to apply encryption.
Set a password that will be required to open the document, ensuring that your sensitive information is protected.
Next, to compress your PDF, navigate to the section that allows you to optimize file size, and select the compression option.
Review the changes and ensure that both the encryption and compression settings are applied correctly.
Finally, download or export your newly encrypted and compressed PDF document to your computer or share it directly as needed.

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Gary from MacMost.com shows several methods for compressing PDF files on Mac. He demonstrates using Preview to export PDFs with compressed images, but notes the settings are limited. He suggests using Automator to build a tool for quick compression and customization. Gary opens a sample PDF, a scanned electric bill, showing its 6.8 MB size and the need for compression.

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Can I compress an encrypted PDF file?

Its possible to compress an encrypted or locked PDF even if you dont know the password, however compressing a PDF will not bypass security settings, such as passwords. So youd still need to unlock the PDF normally before being able to open or edit it. Right-click the PDF you want to compress.

How do I Encrypt a PDF on my computer?

Follow these six steps to password protect PDFs on your PC. Navigate to the password protection page. Click the blue button labeled Select a file or drag and drop a PDF into the drop zone. Create and enter a password. Retype it to confirm the password. Click Set Password.

Can I Encrypt a PDF with docHub Reader?

To password protect a PDF in docHub Reader, youll need the paid Pro version, which starts at $14.99 a month. You can password protect a PDF in docHub Reader by clicking the shield icon in the Acrobat tools sidebar and selecting Protect using password.

Why cant I password protect a PDF?

Some documents, such as editable forms, may not be able to use password protection. In these cases, you might bump into an error message telling you that the file could not be saved due to a bad parameter. The trick here is to save a copy of the file and then password protect the copy.

How do I encrypt a PDF on my desktop?

Follow these easy steps to password protect a PDF in Windows 10: Navigate to the Acrobat online password protection page from any browser. Click the Select a file button or drag and drop a PDF into the drop zone. Create and enter a password, then retype it to confirm the password. Click Set Password.

How do I compress a PDF file on my desktop?

How to compress PDFs on your PC. Launch Acrobat Pro and open the Optimize PDF tool. Locate your PDF and click Open. Click the Reduce File Size button on the top menu. Select the compatibility option you want and click OK. Rename your file (if necessary) and click Save.

How do I flatten and secure a PDF?

With Acrobat Pro, follow the steps below to flatten your PDF: Make a copy of your PDF. Choose Advanced Print Production Flattener Preview. Adjust the Raster/Vector balance. Select Convert All Text To Outlines. Deselect Clip Complex Regions. Click Apply to flatten the PDF. Close the Flattener Preview dialog box.

How do you enable encryption on a PDF?

Open the PDF document you would like to password protect, select the Tools tab, scroll down to find the Protect Standardize section, select Protect. 2. The Protect tool bar will appear, select the Encrypt button drop menu. Here you can either Encrypt with a Certificate or Encrypt with a Password.

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