We’ve all heard the saying, “A data breach is a matter of when, not if.” But what if you could change that narrative? With PDFs, you can protect your sensitive information from unauthorized copying, editing, and re-formatting, shielding your company from potential data breaches. Considering the average breach costs upwards of $140 per record and that one in four companies face such risks, it’s crucial to do everything possible to prevent them.
The good news? Soda PDF makes it as easy as a few clicks to secure your documents.
Digital documentation has revolutionized how we create, share, and edit files with teams around the globe. While this ease of access benefits collaboration, it also means that unauthorized individuals might view your documents if not properly secured.
But there’s a solution…
By using secure PDFs and knowing how to lock a PDF file with permissions, you can keep your information safe.
Why secure your PDFs?
Security breaches are all too common, affecting about 25% of companies and costing an average of $140 per document. That’s why it’s crucial to use a trusted format to safeguard your confidential files. The PDF format not only preserves the integrity of your documents but also ensures they look the same no matter where or how they’re viewed.
How to lock a PDF with Soda PDF
Gone are the days of locking physical files away and transporting them under heavy guard (although that would have been quite the adventure). With Soda PDF, you can now easily encrypt your documents to restrict permissions such as commenting, printing, editing, or filling in forms.
Here’s how you can secure your PDF in just a few steps:
- Create Your PDF: With Soda PDF, this is a breeze.
- Click on the “Secure & Sign” Tab: Find this tab in your Soda PDF interface.
- Select the “Secure Permissions” Icon: This is located in the “Secure” section.
You’ll be directed to the “Security Settings” dialog box where you can set your password and choose your encryption level.
Important: If you forget your password, there’s no way to recover it. Be sure to write it down or store it securely on your work computer!
Customize your permissions
Soda PDF also lets you fine-tune what each user can do with your document. You can set permissions such as:
- Page Management: Allow creating, inserting, deleting, and rotating pages.
- Form Handling: Enable filling in form fields and signing.
- Commenting: Control whether users can add comments.
- Extracting Pages: Decide if users can extract pages or not.
- Printing: Set printing privileges, from none to high-resolution.
The benefits of locking a PDF
Protecting your PDFs is more than just a precaution—it’s essential for maintaining control and security. Here’s why:
- Prevent Unauthorized Access: How often do documents end up in the wrong hands? With secure permissions, you ensure that only those with the right access can view and edit your files, minimizing the risk of accidental breaches.
- Maintain Control: In a diverse team with various skill sets, giving everyone full editing access can lead to chaos. Secure permissions let you control who can make changes, ensuring that only designated individuals can modify the document, while everyone else can still view it.
Adding password protection and setting precise permissions to your PDFs ensures you can share your documents confidently, without compromising security or integrity. With Soda PDF, this level of control is just a few clicks away.
Ready to experience the full range of Soda PDF’s features? Start securing your PDFs today!
