u/Expert_Weird6460

I’ve been trying to unlock my password-encrypted PDFs lately, and most of the solutions I find online are web-based tools where you upload your PDF file and download the unlocked version instantly.

But honestly, I’m a bit concerned about the risks involved. The PDFs contain confidential information, and I’m not sure how reliable these online services really are. Like:

• Can they store or misuse my data?
• What if the file gets leaked or accessed by someone else?
• Are there any hidden malware or security threats?

Because of this, I started looking into offline solutions instead. I recently tried a desktop-based PDF unlocker, and it felt much safer since everything happens locally on my system without uploading files anywhere.

Still, I’m curious — what do you guys think?

Are online PDF unlock tools safe to use, or is it better to stick with offline software? Any experiences (good or bad)?