Protect a PDF from Copying

Protect a PDF from Copying with DocHub

Editing documents doesn't have to be a tiresome and time-consuming process anymore. With the DocHub editing service, it has become very easy to modify agreements, invoices, and other documents. The solution allows you to adjust your file to your requirements. It supports multiple formats, including PDF, DOC, XLS, DOCX, XLSX, PPT, TXT, and RTF.

You can use online document editing tools to modify almost any type of document with ease. You just need to upload your document on the website and use the toolbar to make the necessary corrections. DocHub has all essential editing tools enabling you to insert and delete text and images, add signature fields, annotate and highlight parts of the document, and more.

Follow this guide to Protect a PDF from Copying with DocHub

Upload a file to DocHub using the Drag-and-Drop area.
Use the toolbar to Protect a PDF from Copying and make other changes to the document.
Click the Download / Export icon in the upper right corner to proceed.
Select the storage location for your file.
Click Download or Export, depending on your selected storage location.

If you wish to send the edited file directly from the editor, you should click on the Share or send icon rather than Download / Export. Then you can choose the suitable sharing method: via a link, an attachment, or a signing request.

Whether you need to Protect a PDF from Copying or use other editing tools, DocHub is an ideal service for modifying any document type. Create a DocHub account and take advantage of our comprehensive editor.

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.

Powerful PDF tools on your mobile device

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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Got questions about how to protect pdf from copying?

Here are some common questions from our customers that may provide you with the answer you need. If you can’t find the answer to your pdf copy protection-related question, please don’t hesitate to rich out to us.

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How do you make a PDF that Cannot be copied and pasted?

In docHub, you can disable copy paste by applying password protection and PDF restrictions to a PDF file. To do this, in the permissions settings check the box Restrict Editing and un-check Enabling copying text. Then save the PDF file.

How do I make a PDF read-only editable?

Right-click the file and select Properties. Uncheck the box for Read-only and click OK. Use online or offline PDF converters to change PDF to editable file formats. Then you can edit the PDF as you like.

How do I protect a PDF from being edited?

Open a file in Acrobat and choose Tools Protect. Select whether you want to restrict editing with a password or encrypt the file with a certificate or password. Set password or security method as desired. Click OK and then click Save.

How do you save a PDF so it is not editable?

Right-click your PDF. Select Properties. Choose Read-only. Click OK.

How do I restrict copying from a PDF?

The Permissions setting controls restrictions that can be placed on the PDF file. To prevent the text and graphics from being copied from the PDF file, uncheck the Allow text and graphics to be copied option. You must always enter a master password when security options are enabled.

How do you save a PDF so that it Cannot be edited?

Once you have the Document Properties menu open, select the Security category from the Categories list. Under Document Security, you will have access to the Security Method drop-down menu. To make your PDF non-editable and read-only, select Password Security from the drop-down menu.

How do I make a PDF read-only?

How to convert a PDF to read-only on Mac and Windows. Right-click your PDF. Select Properties. Choose Read-only. Click OK.

How can I make a PDF not allow editing?

You can also lock a PDF from editing to make it read-only using docHub: Open a file in Acrobat and choose Tools Protect Restrict Editing. Choose a password and specify the editing permissions that you want to set for users without the password. Click OK and then click Save.

See why our customers choose DocHub

Great solution for PDF docs with very little pre-knowledge required.

"Simplicity, familiarity with the menu and user-friendly. It's easy to navigate, make changes and edit whatever you may need. Because it's used alongside Google, the document is always saved, so you don't have to worry about it."

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Teacher

A Valuable Document Signer for Small Businesses.

"I love that DocHub is incredibly affordable and customizable. It truly does everything I need it to do, without a large price tag like some of its more well known competitors. I am able to send secure documents directly to me clients emails and via in real time when they are viewing and making alterations to a document."

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Small-Business

I can create refillable copies for the templates that I select and then I can publish those.

"I like to work and organize my work in the appropriate way to meet and even exceed the demands that are made daily in the office, so I enjoy working with PDF files, I think they are more professional and versatile, they allow..."

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