Question 1

What encryption standard does Riqa use?

Accepted Answer

Riqa encrypts PDFs using 256-bit AES encryption — the same standard used by financial institutions and government agencies.

Question 2

What happens if I forget the password?

Accepted Answer

There is no way to recover a forgotten password. Make sure you store it somewhere safe before closing the tab. Riqa has no access to your password and cannot recover it for you.

Question 3

Can I encrypt a PDF that already has a password?

Accepted Answer

You will need to decrypt it first using Riqa's Decrypt PDF tool, then re-encrypt it with your new password.

Question 4

How many credits does encrypting cost?

Accepted Answer

Encrypting costs 3 credits.

Question 5

Does Riqa work with all encrypted PDFs?

Accepted Answer

Riqa supports standard PDF password protection (40-bit RC4 through 256-bit AES). Some PDFs use non-standard or proprietary DRM — those cannot be decrypted here.

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