How to Remove Password from Aadhaar PDF (Step-by-Step Guide 2026)

An Aadhaar PDF has a habit of slowing things down at the exact moment you want everything done and dusted. You sit down to upload a document, the checklist is almost complete, and then the file refuses to open without a password that feels oddly familiar yet completely lost. That pause can turn a five minute task into a long detour.

This happens more often than people admit. Aadhaar PDFs come locked for privacy, which is sensible, but real life rarely runs on perfect memory. What if the portal rejects password-protected files? The good part is that removing the password is not complicated and does not require technical know how. It is a simple process when done the right way, using safe and reliable steps that still apply in 2026.

This article breaks it down clearly so you can unlock your Aadhaar PDF without stress or risk. Read on to learn how to remove the password step by step and get back to what you were trying to finish in the first place.
 

What Is an Aadhaar PDF Password?

When you download your Aadhaar online, it does not arrive as an open file. It comes locked as a PDF with a password. That lock is not there to trouble you. It is there because this single document holds almost everything about you. Your name, date of birth, address, Aadhaar number, and sometimes even the masked version still carry serious value.

So the password acts like a first gate. Anyone who gets the file still cannot open it without knowing a few personal details that only you are likely to know. It is a simple layer of protection, not advanced encryption, but enough to stop casual misuse.

Most people run into this password for the first time when they need Aadhaar for something urgent. Insurance onboarding. KYC checks. Bank work. Loan paperwork. And that is usually when the question comes up. Why is there a password at all, and how do I remove it once I open the file?

Before getting to removal, it helps to understand how the password itself works.
 

Understanding the Aadhaar Password Format (2026)

The Aadhaar PDF password follows a fixed pattern. It has not changed in 2026, and it is still tied to your personal details. The password is a combination of two things:

• The first four letters of your name, written in capital letters
• Your year of birth

Put together, with no spaces.

For example, if your name is Rohit Sharma and your year of birth is 1992, the password will be:

ROHI1992

A few things to keep in mind because this is where people get stuck.

If your name is shorter than four letters, use the full name as it appears on Aadhaar. Always check the spelling exactly as printed on the card, not the spelling you usually use. The letters must be in capital form. Only the birth year is used, not the full date. Once you enter this correctly, the PDF opens. From there, you can save a copy without the password using offline tools like Chrome or Adobe Reader.

And yes, removing the password is allowed. The password exists only for download safety. After that, how you store the file is your responsibility. Which brings us to something more important than convenience.
 

Critical Security Note

• Privacy First
  Your Aadhaar is not just another document. It contains identity data that can be misused in ways that are hard to reverse. Avoid uploading it to “free online PDF unlocker” websites, no matter how convincing they look. Many of these platforms store files silently or expose them to data scraping. The risk is real and long term.
   
• Local Only
  Stick to offline methods. Google Chrome and Adobe Reader can open and re-save Aadhaar PDFs directly on your device. No internet upload, no third-party servers and your data stays where it should, with you.
   
• Cleanup
  If you ever open or download your Aadhaar on a shared or public computer, do not just close the file. Delete it permanently using Shift + Delete. Check the Downloads folder too. Leaving behind a copy, even by accident, is how most data leaks happen.

At SMC Insurance, we regularly see Aadhaar used during insurance purchase, claim support, and KYC checks across insurers we work with. A little care at this stage saves a lot of trouble later. Convenience matters, but privacy matters more.
 

Detailed Methods to Remove e-Aadhaar Password Permanently

Once you have opened your Aadhaar PDF at least once, removing the password is mostly about convenience. Fewer prompts. Faster uploads. Less friction when you are dealing with banks, insurers, or verification forms.

But how you remove that password matters just as much as removing it. Before jumping into methods, there is one thing worth slowing down for.

Security Warning - Protect Your Identity

Your Aadhaar is your identity on paper. If a tool asks you to upload the file to a website, pause. Ask where that file goes next. Most free online tools do not tell you clearly. Some store files for “processing.” Some retain them longer than you expect. Some get breached.

Offline methods are always safer. They keep the document on your device. No uploads. No third-party servers.

Now, let us walk through the actual ways people remove the password.

➔ Method 1: Using Google Chrome (Recommended)
This is the simplest option for most people. No extra software, no cost and it works offline. Here is how it usually goes:

• Open Google Chrome on your laptop or desktop.
• Drag the Aadhaar PDF into the browser window.
• Chrome will ask for the password. Enter it once.
• Once the file opens, press Ctrl + P on Windows or Command + P on Mac.
• In the printer options, select Save as PDF.
• Save the new file.
• That saved copy does not ask for a password again.

And that is it. No installation, no uploads - just a clean version stored on your system. This method works well for insurance uploads, loan forms, and most official portals.

➔ Method 2: Remove Password Using Online PDF Tools
Yes, these tools exist. And yes, they work. But this method comes with real risk. Most online PDF unlockers require you to upload your Aadhaar file to their website. Once uploaded, you lose visibility. You do not know how long the file is stored or who can access it later. If you still choose this route, be extremely careful.

• Avoid sites that ask for sign-ups.
• Avoid sites that do not clearly state deletion timelines.
• Never use this on a shared or office network.

For something as sensitive as Aadhaar, this should always be the last option, not the first.

➔ Method 3: Remove Aadhaar PDF Password Using Adobe Acrobat (Paid) Desktop
If you already use Adobe Acrobat Pro, this method is clean and controlled:

• Open the Aadhaar PDF in Adobe Acrobat.
• Enter the password when prompted.
• Go to File, then Properties, then Security.
• Change the security setting to No Password.
• Save the file.
• The resulting PDF opens freely next time.

This option is reliable and secure, but it only makes sense if you already have the paid version. Buying it just for this task usually is not worth it.

➔ Method 4: On Android and iOS (Mobile)
Removing the password directly on a phone is trickier, but still possible.

• On Android, some PDF reader apps let you open the Aadhaar file, enter the password, and then export or print it as a new PDF. The steps depend on the app, but the logic stays the same. Open once. Re-save without protection.
• On iOS, options are more limited. Apple’s built-in Files app can open the PDF but does not always remove the password when exporting. Some trusted PDF apps offer this feature, but again, avoid apps that upload files to cloud servers by default.

If mobile feels messy, shift to a laptop. Chrome solves the problem in under a minute. And once the password is gone, store the file responsibly.
 

Can You Remove an Aadhaar PDF Password Without Knowing the Password?

Short answer - No.

There is no safe or legitimate way to remove the Aadhaar PDF password unless you first open the file using the original password. Every proper method starts there. Chrome. Adobe. Even mobile apps. They all need the file unlocked once before a clean copy can be saved.

If a website or tool claims it can remove the Aadhaar password without opening the PDF, treat that as a warning sign. These tools often rely on brute-force attempts or file uploads to unknown servers. Best case, they fail. Worst case, your document ends up stored somewhere you did not agree to.

And there is another thing worth saying clearly. The Aadhaar password is tied to your personal details. That design itself is a reminder that this document is meant to stay under your control. If you do not remember the password, the right fix is to re-download your Aadhaar from the official UIDAI source. It gives you a fresh file with the same password format. Anything that promises a bypass is not helping you. It is putting your identity at risk.
 

Is It Legal to Remove Aadhaar PDF Password?

Yes, it is completely legal.

The password exists only to protect the file during download and sharing. Once you have accessed your own Aadhaar using the correct password, removing that lock for personal use is allowed.

People do this every day. For insurance verification. For bank KYC. For job onboarding. For government forms. In many cases, systems even fail uploads if the PDF is still password protected. What matters is intent and handling:

• Removing the password for your own use is fine.
• Sharing Aadhaar carelessly is not.
• Uploading it to unsafe platforms is not.
• Using someone else’s Aadhaar without consent is not.

At SMC Insurance, Aadhaar is often used during policy purchase and claims support across multiple insurers. A password-free copy helps things move faster. But it should always be stored securely and shared only when required.
 

Difference Between Aadhaar PDF and Physical Aadhaar Card

People often assume the PDF and the physical Aadhaar card work the same way. In practice, they serve slightly different purposes, especially when it comes to sharing, storage, and everyday use. Here is a clear comparison that makes the difference obvious.

In real life, most people end up using both.

The PDF is what gets uploaded when buying insurance, opening accounts, or completing digital KYC. The physical card is what you carry or show when someone asks for proof in person.
 

Safety Tips After Removing Aadhaar PDF Password

Removing the password makes life easier. But it also means the file now depends entirely on how you handle it. A few habits go a long way.

• Store the file in a secure folder. Avoid random downloads folders that sync across devices.
• Do not rename it casually. Clear file names reduce accidental sharing.
• Share only when necessary. If a platform does not truly require Aadhaar, do not upload it.
• Avoid forwarding on messaging apps. Even trusted contacts can lose phones.
• If you email it, delete sent copies once the task is done.
• And if you used a public or office computer at any point, delete the file permanently.

Aadhaar is not something you protect once and forget. The password was just the first layer. After removal, the responsibility is yours.
 

Summing Up,

Removing the Aadhaar PDF password is not complicated. It just feels that way the first time. Once you know the pattern and use the right method, the whole thing takes a minute or two. The important part is not speed, it is safety. Open the file using the correct password, save a clean copy offline, store it carefully and share it only when needed. That is all most people ever need.

And when Aadhaar is used for insurance, KYC, or claims, having a password-free copy ready can save time and back-and-forth. Just make sure convenience never comes at the cost of privacy. That balance matters.