How to Create, Share, and View DRM-Protected PDF Files with VeryPDF

In today’s digital age, organizations frequently share sensitive documents — training manuals, reports, contracts, and eBooks. But how do you ensure these documents aren’t copied, downloaded, or distributed without your permission? VeryPDF’s Web-based DRM Protector gives you full control over access and sharing of PDF files. This guide explains how to create, share, and manage protected PDFs effectively.

✅ Customer Scenario

“We tried your web-based DRM Protector to secure a PDF with date and time limits. However, we were unable to download or share the PDF using our email ID. We also want the option to view the file in any standard PDF application.” – Customer

Let’s walk through how VeryPDF’s DRM system works and how to properly share, manage, and view your protected PDF documents.

✅ Step 1: Creating a DRM-Protected PDF

Follow these steps to generate a protected PDF document:

Visit the DRM Protector App:
Go to: https://drm.verypdf.com/
Upload Your PDF:
Select your PDF from your local device. Large files and multi-page PDFs are supported.
Apply DRM Restrictions:
Set the following options:
- ✔ Start and expiration date/time (e.g., view from May 8–May 10)
- ✔ Password login (to control viewer access)
- ✔ View-only mode (disable print/download/copy)
- ✔ Add watermark text (e.g., user email or IP address)
Generate a Secure Viewing Link:
Once processed, you receive a secure web viewer link. Example:
https://online.verypdf.com/app/reader3/reader.php?url=...&username=Demo&password=Demo

Note: You will not receive a physical PDF file for download. Instead, users view the PDF via the secure web link, where all restrictions are enforced.

✅ Step 2: Sharing the Protected PDF with Others

You can share the generated viewing link with anyone you trust. Simply provide:

The secure link URL
The correct username and password

Example login credentials:

Username: Demo
Password: Demo

All DRM rules (like expiration date and view-only restrictions) apply to anyone using the link. Even if shared, the file cannot be copied, downloaded, or printed — protecting your original content.

Can Users Download the Protected PDF?

By default, downloads are disabled. This ensures:

❌ No access to raw PDF files
❌ No bypassing of expiration dates or viewing limits
✅ Full enforcement of security policies

If you require downloadable PDF files (e.g., for offline access), we can provide a customized version that allows secure downloads with embedded encryption.

✅ Step 3: Viewing the DRM-Protected PDF

Option 1: Web Viewer (Recommended)

The secure PDF can be viewed in any modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) without additional software. DRM policies like watermarking, access time, and copy protection are enforced automatically.

Option 2: Standard PDF Viewers (Not Supported by Default)

Because downloaded PDF files can be edited or cracked using third-party tools, VeryPDF prevents opening these files in apps like Adobe Acrobat or Foxit by default.

However, if your team requires native desktop viewing, we can offer a custom solution with a desktop DRM PDF viewer that respects restrictions even offline.

✅ How VeryPDF DRM Technology Works

Here’s a breakdown of how our protection engine secures your documents:

Link-based access: No file is stored locally, preventing unauthorized saving.
Time limits: Set exact start and end times for viewing (down to the second).
Password control: Requires username and password for access.
Watermarks: Display dynamic text like “Confidential – john@example.com” to deter leaks.
Browser-only rendering: Prevents screen readers, bots, or print-to-PDF tools from capturing the content.

✅ Advanced Features Available on Request

For organizations with advanced needs, we offer enterprise-grade features including:

Secure download with auto-expiry
Mobile access control (iOS/Android compatible)
️ Custom desktop DRM viewer (offline access)
Device/IP binding
Integration with Single Sign-On (SSO) or corporate login portals
API access for automation and bulk processing

✅ Use Cases

Educational Institutions: Secure distribution of teaching materials to students with expiration dates.
Corporate Teams: Share confidential project documents across departments without data leaks.
Freelancers: Deliver project drafts to clients with temporary view access.
Publishers: Offer limited previews of eBooks or reports.