What is PDF encryption?
Protecting a PDF is not just about asking for a password upon opening. On a technical level, it's about AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) encryption. The textual and visual content of the file is mathematically scrambled. Without the password, even the best hacker in the world will only read a string of random characters.
When should you protect your PDFs?
- Human Resources: Sending payslips or employment contracts by email.
- Finance and Legal: Sharing balance sheets, bank statements or mergers and acquisitions.
- Intellectual Property: Sharing a manuscript, a script or architectural plans.
How PDFOhlala guarantees maximum security
Our protection tool encrypts your PDF in the blink of an eye. The password you set is never saved on our servers. Once the document is encrypted and downloaded, the decryption key belongs only to you and the recipients to whom you communicate it.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
If I forget my password, can PDFOhlala help me recover the file?
No. This is the guarantee of our absolute security. We do not keep your files or your passwords. Make sure you memorize the encryption key!