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May 7, 2021
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Password protect multiple PDFS with unique passwords

  • May 7, 2021
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Hi there, I have a number of PDFS which require password protection. Each pdf has a unique password. Is there a fast way to do this? I am currently using Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. I do not wish to download/buy additional software as this is required for a business and there are download restrictions. 

Otherwise, can this be achieved with a script of some sort? Python?

 

Please advise. 

Thanks in advanced for your help. 

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    Bernd Alheit
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    Bernd AlheitCommunity Expert
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    May 7, 2021

    It is possible when you create a plugin for Adobe Acrobat.

      Thom Parker
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      Thom ParkerCommunity Expert
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      May 7, 2021

      I've written plug-ins to set passwords, and I set it up to be activated from JavaScript, so it can be part of a larger automation.  So yes, this is entirely possible, but it 's a custom job. Contact me if you are interested. 

       

      Thom Parker - Software Developer at PDFScriptingUse the Acrobat JavaScript Reference early and often
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        defaultptpovtzrb5o9Author
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        May 8, 2021

        yes please! I am not a tech guru so I'd love to hear more about it. Would this be at a cost? 

        try67
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        try67Community Expert
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        May 7, 2021

        A script is "additional software"... Anyway, this can't be done with just a script, or with the built-in commands in Acrobat. You would need an external tool, or maybe a plugin.

        try67
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        try67Community Expert
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        May 8, 2021

        I thought you were not interested in a paid solution, but it seems you are... In that case I've created stand-alone tools that will do exactly that. If you're interested feel free to contact me privately via [try6767 at gmail.com] to discuss it further.

         

        Here's a similar (paid-for) tool that I've created: https://www.try67.com/tool/batch-encrypt-pdf-files

        LinSims
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        LinSimsCommunity Expert
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        May 7, 2021

        Let me move this to the Acrobat forum for you, which is the appropriate forum for your question.

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