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Word: How to Password Encrypt a PDF File

You can use Microsoft Word to encrypt a PDF file. This quick guide shows you how to Password Encrypt a PDF File using Microsoft Word.


1. Open the File menu

Once you have opened the document, click the file menu at the top-left of the screen.

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2. Save As > Browse

Click Save As  > Browse

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3. Save as Type as PDF

OnceClick the Quickdrop Assistdown windowmenu appears,and you’llchoose see a prompt asking for a code. Your IT support engineer will provide this code.PDF

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4. Click the option button

Type in the code and click Submit to initiate the remote session.


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5. Enable "Encrypt the document with a password"

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6. Enter a password

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7. Save the PDF 

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