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PDFKey Pro4.3.9

22 September 2017

Edit and print password-protected PDF files.

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  • PDFKey Pro for Mac - review, screenshots
  • PDFKey Pro for Mac - review, screenshots

Overview

PDFKey Pro can unlock PDF documents protected for printing and copying when you've forgotten your password. It can now also protect your PDF files with a password to prevent unauthorized access and/or restrict usage permissions. PDFKey Pro can also integrate in complex workflows using command-line tools (included).

Features
  • Completely unlocks files restoring editing and printing capabilities
  • Supports PDF with viewing password set as well (providing the correct password)
  • Protects your PDF files with a password to prevent unauthorized access
  • Restricts usage, such as printing and copying, permissions with a password.
  • Batch processing
  • Automatic update system via UpdateFX
  • Command Line Tool to use in scripts
  • Localized in English, Italian, Russian, German, French, Polish and Dutch
  • Free support

What's new in PDFKey Pro

Version 4.3.9:
  • Update bundled Java to JRE8u144
  • Bug fixes

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43 Reviews of PDFKey Pro

Schwity
16 April 2018
Version: 4.3.9

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I use PDFKey Pro (v4.3.9) under macOS 10.13.4 and I discover a strange bug. When I set one of both protection options for copying or printing to allowed , I see that still both options not protected in the new created PDF! The info panel from the preview app shows that printing and copying is still allowed. I think this was quite wrong, wasn't it? Hoping of a fast update fixing this issue… thanks.
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susan-43
18 June 2018
Version: 4.3.9
does this ap allow you to optimze file size?
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Schwity
16 April 2018
Version: 4.3.9
I use PDFKey Pro (v4.3.9) under macOS 10.13.4 and I discover a strange bug. When I set one of both protection options for copying or printing to allowed , I see that still both options not protected in the new created PDF! The info panel from the preview app shows that printing and copying is still allowed. I think this was quite wrong, wasn't it? Hoping of a fast update fixing this issue… thanks.
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5
OiKatsu
18 March 2015
Version: 4.1.4
4.1.4 does not launch on Mac Pro, 10.10.2. 3/18/15 11:12:13.823 AM PDFKey Pro[56694]: Failed to find library: 3/18/15 11:12:13.823 AM PDFKey Pro[56694]: .:Failed to launch JVM 3/18/15 11:12:13.824 AM com.apple.xpc.launchd[1]: (com.pdfkey.pdfkeypro.348500[56694]) Service exited with abnormal code: 1
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Stephen-Strum
29 December 2014
Version: 4.1.0
I just upgraded my OS to 10.10 (Yosemite) and prior app to unlock PDFs so I could edit them (underline, highlight) was not working. I purchased PDFKey Pro and it worked for a while but then stopped working. I reinstalled and tried again but finally gave up and re-purchased the prior app (PDF Recover by Universe GMBH) that I had used for 10.6. It now worked fine. Don't know why PDFKey Pro failed to function but for me it was not a heart-warming experience.
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mjbraganza
25 October 2014
Version: 4.0.2
Just bought this yesterday. It’s an ok looking app. But it does what it says on the tin and it darned easy to use. What sets it apart is Michele’s support and his responsiveness. He’s worked with me patiently when I mailed him about a set of documents that would not decrypt and has gone over and above what any other developer would do to help me. For this kind of service, I would have gladly paid twice over what he charges! Totally recommended!
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brainnolo
30 September 2014
Version: 4.0.0
This is the developer here: We are preparing an automated upgrade path for PDFKey Pro 3.x users for a discounted price. If you need a new license right now please write us an email and we will generate a discount coupon manually for you.
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pettifogger0712
30 September 2014
Version: 4.0.0
Looks like there is no upgrade path for v3.x users :-(
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Ront
23 May 2014
Version: 3.16
I just tested this on an Acrobat XI Pro passworded/encrypted document and it would not work.
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Deanl
22 December 2012
Version: 3.16
The requirements needs to amended. It appears that as of V3.14, PDFKey Pro is Intel Only.
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xcoxco
15 August 2012
Version: 3.15
Requires Java Runtime 6. But I just installed the last Java Runtime 7 from Oracle. Must my Java downgrade to run. Bummer.
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3.5
Ront
26 July 2012
Version: 3.14
Uses Java Runtime, so doesn't work after installing Mountain Lion 10.8 unless you reinstall Java, so I gave it 1/2 star on stability. Due to security issues, I am reluctant to install Java on my Mac. It would be nice if the developer could recompile to run under Mac OS X.
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0.5
Sforf
12 June 2012
Version: 3.13
Stay away... this is one of those developers who wrote a program for a very specific function and charges way too much, then the very specific function becomes freely available elsewhere and they continue to milk cash by not changing or adding much over the years and again charging way too much for tiny incremental upgrades. They prey on the unsuspecting.
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Mart°n
10 July 2011
Version: 3.13
I really like PDF Key Pro and used it for several years. For example, I receive regular invoices via mail which are encrypted. I know the password to encrypt the PDF but I prefer to save the PDFs as unencrypted documents for easy review and QuickLook compatibility. I also have a bunch of PDFs which I could not print or extract single pages. After squeezing them through PDF Key Pro, I can do all those things. Works great and received several updates. If you need this kind of software, PDF Key is a good joice.
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Aargl
15 July 2010
Version: 3.11.0
Well, using Skim instead of Acrobat, you can still copy material from a "copy protected" document (though print protection is ok)... :-( Where is the protection if there is at least one (free!) app in the world that can break it with no effort?
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Ajmac25
22 March 2010
Version: 3.11.0
Ok, I guess I do not understand this program. When I lock or encrypt a file I do this to the whole file, not copying and printing only. I have a PDF, that I saved over a year ago and cannot remember the "viewing" password, so this program does me no go. I guess there are some people who set PDFs so they cannot be printed or copied, but I have yet to encounter one.
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Myrrhrrym
03 March 2010
Version: 3.10.2
Fine program for demo use, but you can save yourself $25 with several open source solutions. I recommend mupdf: http://ccxvii.net/mupdf/ If you can use a terminal, it comes with a program, pdfclean, that will do the exact same thing.
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Davebarnes
20 February 2010
Version: 3.10.2
I have used PDFKey Pro since 2005. Although I only need it about 5 times a year, when I need it, I need it. It has UNlocked every PDF that I thrown at it. It is trivial to use. Highly recommended.
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Leif-Heflin
18 February 2010
Version: 3.10.2
Just wondering...what's the point of password protecting a PDF with your app then? If your app can just break it.
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GreenBeerGuy
23 September 2008
Version: 3.7.4
A great program. Works as advertised. Opened a locked 10 page document in 30 seconds. Worth the purchase price. It took a few hours for the activation code to be sent to me. I wrote them an email asking about this and received a prompt apology (and the activation code).
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Coloradomac
08 September 2008
Version: 3.7.4
works as advertised, a usable if uninspiring interface and free. what more can you ask for software. thanks for developing this!
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M-Rick
05 July 2008
Version: 3.7.2
Since version 3.5 it has a problem with certain multi-pages PDF files which didn't occure with version 3.1 For exemple on this document http://www.setram.fr/docs/LTram.pdf only the first page is converted. No problem with previous versions till 3.1 So i reverted to version 3.1
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Methodub
23 June 2008
Version: 3.7.2
Dishonest Company!!! Had several problems with pdfs. They initially agreed to fix them and then went back on their word. They never responded to my request for a refund
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Kobalt
15 June 2008
Version: 3.7.2
I love this app! Hasn't let me down, yet. Fast and efficient this is an all-star winner. :)
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dmaxwell42-1
10 August 2007
Version: 3.4.4
This is a excellent application and I am glad to have it. HOWEVER - does the serial activation code really have to be 87 characters in length? Not to mention that it chokes my password storage program. Seems a little paranoid to me!
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Msjstw
03 June 2007
Version: 3.4.2
Excellent app! Works like charm, looks good - everything as I expected!!
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Dom21
27 March 2007
Version: 3.4.1
Where are your stars then?
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A7r0p4l
10 March 2007
Version: 3.3
Need a PDF print-security decryption/encryption utility? Let me tell you something! PDFKey is not an utility. PDFKey is just the final resource that allows professional managing of PDF-security on a Mac system. From the dock icon to the software support, everything has been developed with extreme accuracy. Enjoy this little masterpiece. 5/5 STARS!
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Hauslendale
04 December 2006
Version: 3.2.1
Java Java Java Just when I had talked my boss into buying this for our archives department. The java requirment is a major downfall for our networks. The boss man said no way. Anti java people..
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Hauslendale
24 October 2006
Version: 3.0
Testing this application for the first time. Intel Mac user OS X10.4.8. ________ I find that if you unlock a PDF then try to lock it, you must restart the app for it to work. This does not happen every time but I would say 3 out of 5 times. Also 3 out of 5 times if you lock a PDF then unlock it without restarting the app, nothing will show up when you open your unlocked PDF. The page is just blank. The demo stats that only one page will be processed, so my test where with a one page PDF only. I would not want to pay for an app that is this buggy. We Mac users like applications that work and work well. At this time I can not say that about PDFKey Pro v3.0...
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Danway
23 October 2006
Version: 3.0
A $5.99 upgrade price from version 2 to 3! On a twenty dollar program? Forget it! Not worth the money!
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Anonymous
09 November 2005
Version: 1.2.8
Simply Outstanding! Decrypted a 40 page PDF in about 1 second, a 200+ page PDF took just a few seconds more. Easy to use, fast & rock solid on 10.4.3.
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Anonymous
16 September 2005
Version: 1.2.6
The PDF file I attempted to decrypt in the Demo version opens for a few seconds and then proceeds to cause Preview to crash--good thing I used the demo mode and didn't pay up. Your mileage may vary, so don't take my word for it. I'm sure it works on some files, but definitely not all; be sure to try it out in demo and see first hand.
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Anonymous
22 August 2005
Version: 1.2.5
Great app, works seemlessly under X.2.4, very responsive author... BUY!
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Anonymous
14 June 2005
Version: 1.2.3
Works fine for me and a real time saver!
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Anonymous
03 May 2005
Version: 1.2.2
This can be done free using PDFViewer (here on macupdate) and Print to pdf, then it will be open to edit.
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Anonymous
03 May 2005
Version: 1.2.1
All I get is an 'Invalid Function Resource' error on my resulting decrypted pdf file. Any ideas....?
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Anonymous
15 March 2005
Version: 1.1.3
Preview 1.1 under Jaguar does something similar: It opens PDFs that don't allow printing. But Preview 1.1 ignores this "feature". Not only can you print from Preview 1.1, but if you "print to PDF" you get a new PDF without the print protection.
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Anonymous
27 February 2005
Version: 1.1
I also trye other PDF decrypting apps that I could find out there before I found out about this. Conclusion? For less money PDFKey Pro made a better job at decrypting a PDF I had problems with. Defentetly worht the money!
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Anonymous
21 February 2005
Version: 1.0.7
Wow at least i got one that really works ... I tried all other apps of this kind without any success but that one really rocks. It unlocked all the protected PDF documents I have so I now can print them or generate a new unprotected PDF. I bought it without any hesitation and I also recommend it to everybody who need this. Great Job ! ... and Congratuation !
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Anonymous
18 February 2005
Version: 1.0.5
Does nothing on double-click (10.2.8), nothing on drag and drop? What is this thing?
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Anonymous
10 February 2005
Version: 1.0.3
Okay, I wrote the very first review and now with this version it works very well for me so I registered it. The USD exchange rate sucks, but it still a great deal.
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Anonymous
09 February 2005
Version: 1.0.3
this is the second version i've tried (1.0.3)...both have crashed after selecting a file.
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Anonymous
02 February 2005
Version: 1.0
Crashes and does not work.
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