Password Protecting an Adobe PDF File

Step 1: Open Your PDF in Adobe Acrobat

1. Launch Adobe Acrobat (not Acrobat Reader; it must be Acrobat Pro or Standard).
2. Open the PDF you want to protect.

Step 2: Apply Password Protection

1. Click File > Protect Using Password.
2. A prompt will appear asking if you want to protect the document for:
   • Viewing (Requires a password to open the PDF)
   • Editing (Restricts modifications but allows viewing)
3. Select Viewing (if you want full protection).
4. Enter a strong password and confirm it.
5. Click Apply.

Step 3: Save the Secured PDF

1. Click File > Save As.
2. Choose the location to save your protected file.
3. Click Save.

Step 4: Test the Password Protection

1. Close the PDF.
2. Reopen it to ensure it asks for a password.
3. Enter the password to verify that it works.