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February 21, 2023
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PDF Forms Block Save and Save As in Adobe

  • February 21, 2023
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Hi,

 

We are using PDF forms to submit the whole PDF into our server. We have "Save to Server" Button to submit the whole PDF into the server.  We need to block the user from Saving the PDF into their local computer.  Is there any way to disable abode Save and Save As Options for PDF forms.

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Thom Parker
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Community Expert
February 21, 2023

Who are the users? Can you install software on thier systems?  

If you have control over the users systems, then it is possible to control Acrobat settings and write a custom plug-in that provides some control over their system. If not, then you can't control how the users interact with the PDF. 

Thom Parker - Software Developer at PDFScriptingUse the Acrobat JavaScript Reference early and often
Bernd Alheit
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Community Expert
February 21, 2023

Not possible.

Participating Frequently
February 21, 2023

We were able to restrict the Print Button by adding Encryption on the PDF. Is it possible to do the same with Save/Save as buttons.

Bernd Alheit
Community Expert
Community Expert
February 21, 2023

Not possible.