Use DocHub to Lock and Edit PDF effortlessly

Aug 6th, 2022
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01. Upload a document from your computer or cloud storage.
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02. Add text, images, drawings, shapes, and more.
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03. Sign your document online in a few clicks.
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04. Send, export, fax, download, or print out your document.

Learn how to Lock and Edit PDF for free

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PDF files are the go-to choice for the most of individuals and organizations thanks to their locked formatting, structured layout, and bolstered security and safety. Additionally, they take up less storage space and are set up for creating efficient workflows that make collaboration between numerous users easier. However, in terms of using advanced features for documents, users regularly end up spending hours considering solutions they need. The good thing is that, there’s DocHub to help you tackle your file needs.

Your step-by-step instruction to Lock and Edit PDF

  1. Go to our platform > Sign in or register a new account.
  2. Navigate to Settings > Set up an organization, add branding, handle privacy settings, etc.
  3. Return to your Dashboard and click New Document > Choose the feature to upload your PDF document.
  4. A user-friendly toolbar that is packed with features will appear with the ability to Lock and Edit PDF > use it on your document.
  5. Check out and make the most of other tools to optimize your file and make it submission-ready.
  6. As soon as you’ve made the modifications you need, hit to save them.
  7. After the process finishes, you have the option to download your edited PDF or share it directly from our platform.

Discover the freedom of mastering PDF editing features with our editor. Whether you want to Lock and Edit PDF or experiment with other functionality, the choice is at your disposal.

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PDF editing simplified with DocHub

Seamless PDF editing
Editing a PDF is as simple as working in a Word document. You can add text, drawings, highlights, and redact or annotate your document without affecting its quality. No rasterized text or removed fields. Use an online PDF editor to get your perfect document in minutes.
Smooth teamwork
Collaborate on documents with your team using a desktop or mobile device. Let others view, edit, comment on, and sign your documents online. You can also make your form public and share its URL anywhere.
Automatic saving
Every change you make in a document is automatically saved to the cloud and synchronized across all devices in real-time. No need to send new versions of a document or worry about losing information.
Google integrations
DocHub integrates with Google Workspace so you can import, edit, and sign your documents directly from your Gmail, Google Drive, and Dropbox. When finished, export documents to Google Drive or import your Google Address Book and share the document with your contacts.
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Keep your work flowing even when you're away from your computer. DocHub works on mobile just as easily as it does on desktop. Edit, annotate, and sign documents from the convenience of your smartphone or tablet. No need to install the app.
Secure document sharing and storage
Instantly share, email, and fax documents in a secure and compliant way. Set a password, place your documents in encrypted folders, and enable recipient authentication to control who accesses your documents. When completed, keep your documents secure in the cloud.

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How to Lock and Edit PDF

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In this video, the narrator demonstrates how to protect a PDF file from copying, editing, or printing without using DocHub or Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. The PDF file in question was previously password protected in a separate tutorial. The goal is to limit permissions to prevent viewers from copying, editing, or printing the document. The video shows how the document can currently be easily printed, copied, and edited, highlighting the need for stronger protection measures.

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How to Password Protect a PDF File Without Acrobat Open a Word document via Microsoft Word. Click File and choose Save As. Select Browse where the PDF will be saved. Pick PDF (*.pdf) from the Save as type dropdown. Hit the Option button. Enable the Encrypt the document with a password option then click OK.
Protect PDF from Copying and Editing Go to the Protect tab, and click the Set Password button. Then select the Permission Password option. Uncheck Enable copying of text, images and other content and enter your desired password. Once confirmed, click on the Save button to apply, and save your PDF file.
Method 5: Lock a PDF from editing Open docHub and the PDF file you want to protect. Select the Tools tab from the top menu. Click on Protect and then choose Restrict Editing.
How to prevent copying from PDF make it not copyable Right-click your PDF in Windows File Explorer and select Make Secure PDF. In the Environment Controls tab, make sure Disallow screen capture is selected and check Add screen mask. Press the Publish button at the bottom of the dialog.
How to unlock a PDF to remove password security: Open the PDF in Acrobat. Use the Unlock tool: Choose Tools Protect Encrypt Remove Security. Remove Security: The options vary depending on the type of password security attached to the document.

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