"Protect PDF" is a free software that allows immediate encryption of PDF files with password protection. It ensures the security of files, restricting unauthorized access and maintaining confidentiality.

The software allows you to instantly password protect or lock a PDF file with a simple click of a button. It supports all versions of PDF documents and you can lock the PDF file with a password (User/Document Open Password).
Furthermore, the software supports all the standard encryption methods such as RC4/AES (40-bit,128-bit, 256-bit). The more advanced features allow you to protect your PDF file by adding various restrictions like copying, printing, signing, commenting, changing the document, document assembly, page extraction and filling of form fields.
You can also set the permission password (owner password) to prevent the removal of above restrictions. The advanced settings dialog quickly alters these permissions/restrictions.
The software is very easy to use with a simple, attractive GUI screen. It supports local installation and uninstallation of the software, and a right click context menu is available to quickly password protect selected PDF files. It also offers Drag & Drop support, making file selection more effortless.
Lastly, Instant PDF Password Protector is compatible with both 32-bit & 64-bit platforms starting from Windows XP to Windows 10. All in all, it is undoubtedly an excellent software tool to secure your PDF files.
Version 5.0: Mega 2017 edition featuring new Installer for local installation & un-installation