How to open password protected pdf in mail

The frustration of receiving a password-protected PDF in an email!

There are a few ways to open a password-protected PDF in an email, depending on your device and software. Here are some methods:

Method 1: Use Adobe Acrobat Reader

  1. Download and install Adobe Acrobat Reader from the official website if you haven't already.
  2. Open the password-protected PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader.
  3. Click on "File" > "Properties" (or press Ctrl+Shift+P on Windows or Command+Shift+P on Mac).
  4. Enter the password in the "Security" tab and click "OK".
  5. The PDF should now be unlocked and you can view its contents.

Method 2: Use a PDF viewer with password cracking

Some PDF viewers, like Foxit Reader or PDF-XChange Viewer, have built-in password-cracking features. Here's how to use them:

  1. Download and install Foxit Reader or PDF-XChange Viewer.
  2. Open the password-protected PDF in the viewer.
  3. Look for the "Password" or "Security" option in the viewer's menu or toolbar.
  4. Click on it and select "Crack" or "Reset" to try to crack the password.
  5. If the viewer is able to crack the password, the PDF should be unlocked and you can view its contents.

Method 3: Use an online PDF password remover

There are several online tools that can help you remove the password from a PDF. Here's how to use one:

  1. Go to a reputable online PDF password remover website, such as SmallPDF or Online-Convert.
  2. Upload the password-protected PDF to the website.
  3. Enter the password and click "Remove" or "Unlock".
  4. If the website is able to remove the password, you'll be able to download the unlocked PDF.

Method 4: Contact the sender

If none of the above methods work, you can try contacting the sender of the email and ask them to provide the password or send the PDF without password protection.

Remember to always be cautious when opening password-protected files from unknown sources, as they may contain malware or viruses.