Applies To
Word for Microsoft 365 Word 2024 Word 2021 Word 2019 Word 2016

Removing a password from a document is a simple process, but you have to know the original password.

  1. Open the document and enter its password.

  2. Go to File > Info > Protect Document > Encrypt with Password.

  3. Clear the password in the Password box, and then select OK.

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