Flatten pdf so text cannot be edited

[IT Tech1]

Can a pdf file be flattened so text cannot be edited.  I can flatten a pdf so fillable areas cannot be edited but I can still highlight text and edit it.

[kglad]

in the future, to find the best place to post your message, use the list here, https://community.adobe.com/

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[Bernd Alheit]

Password protect the file.

[Subrato Namata · Accepted solution]

Hi @IT Tech1 You may restrict some openration on your pdf file, the settings can be found at, Document Properties>Security> Select Password security at Security method drop down.

Regards,

Subrato