2024-10-226 min read
PDF Security Best Practices
Essential security practices when working with PDF documents.
PDF Security Best Practices
Password Protection
Open Password
Requires a password to open the document. Blocks unauthorized access.
Permission Password
Restricts permissions like printing, copying, and editing. Set separately from open password.
Safe Sharing
- Share only with necessary people
- Use encrypted channels when possible
- Review access permissions after sharing
- Redact sensitive info before sharing
Metadata Management
PDFs contain metadata like author and modification history. Remove unnecessary metadata before sharing.
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