How to password protect pdf.

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Hi team,

I am trying to create a program which can add password to PDF file.

Can you guide me to to add password using SDK?

regards,

Rajat

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Joel Geraci

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You can batch secure PDF files using the Encrypt Action in the Action Wizard.

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You would have to write a plugin for Acrobat Pro (not the free Reader) using C++. You cannot use VB or C# or write an app.

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Thom Parker

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Well Actually, you can create a Security Profile that uses a password. Then use JavaScript or the IAC to get Acrobat to apply that profile to a PDF. What you can't do is change the password with a script or IAC. At least not directly. To change the password you need a plug-in, as noted.

However, you could use a combination plug-in/JavaScript to create a more general password setting methodology.

The C++ SDK contains examples of setting a password in the Snippets.

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Thom Parker - Software Developer at PDFScriptingUse the Acrobat JavaScript Reference early and often

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