How to edit a password protected pdf on my Windows PC?

It's really hard to edit a password protected PDF! But don't panic, I'll give you 3 wild ways, which are proven to be effective.

1. Online stripping method
Just search "edit a password protected PDF online" and find a website like Ssmallpdf/iovePDF. Drag the encrypted PDF in, enter the password and it will become a "naked version" in seconds. Note: Don't use this method for confidential files, be careful that the file will be swallowed by the website!

2. Acrobat Pro cool operation
If you have Adobe family bucket, use Acrobat Pro to open the encrypted PDF. After entering the password, quickly click "File → Save As → Microsoft Word" to instantly convert the PDF into an editable document. Perfectly meet the needs of editing a password protected PDF~

3. Brute force cracking flow
Download PDF Password Remover (such as dr-pdf-like tools). Although it takes a long time to wait for complex passwords, if you forget the password, you can edit a password protected PDF while the software is on.

PS: Remember to read the user agreement first, don't get pirated files!

Tip: These methods can only be used for files that you have permission to modify! If you are helping your boss or client encrypt a PDF... it is safer to ask the person for the password directly.