Add passwords to control document access
Acrobat X Pro lets you add a password to a PDF file or PDF Portfolio to prevent unauthorized access. Anyone who knows the password can open the file, making document protection quick and easy.
Acrobat X Pro / Apply passwords and permissions
Protect PDF documents with passwords and file permissions
Adobe® Acrobat® X Pro software lets you share documents with confidence by easily applying passwords and permissions to your PDF files. Use PDF passwords to help control document access, and apply file permissions to restrict printing, copying, or altering.
Set permissions to restrict document usage
A single dialog box lets you block access to document features, including printing, editing, and commenting, as well as copying, extracting, or modifying content. In addition, you can control whether users can fill in form fields and sign existing signature fields.
Create policies for efficient document protection
With Acrobat X Pro, you can save password and permission settings as policies that you can apply to other documents quickly and consistently.
A closer look |
Video tutorial
Learn how to protect PDF files using the Protection panel in Acrobat X.
How-to guide
Follow easy steps to improve document control by setting permissions on files and adding password protection.
Case study
Learn how manufacturer Bombardier protects intellectual property with Acrobat and Adobe LiveCycle® Rights Management ES.
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