How to password-protect a client pdf deliverable
- Step 1Complete the client deliverable — Finalise the PDF report or document for the client.
- Step 2Password-protect it — Upload to the tool and set a unique per-client password.
- Step 3Send the PDF and password separately — Email the PDF and send the password via a different channel.
- Step 4Log the password securely — Store the password in your team's password manager linked to the client engagement.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a good per-client password?+
Use your password manager to generate a random 16-character password for each client engagement.
What if the client loses the password?+
Look it up in your password manager and send it again via the secure channel.
Will password protection satisfy client contractual security requirements?+
It satisfies basic transport security requirements. For regulatory-grade security, pair with document tracking and digital rights management.
Privacy first
All PDF processing runs locally in your browser using PDF-lib and pdf.js. No file is ever uploaded — only metadata counters are saved for signed-in dashboard stats.