❏Security Settings for PDF Files

Apply security to the PDF file.

Encryption Level

High (128-bit RC4) and low (40-bit RC4) level settings are available.

IMPORTANT

Using the High (128-bit RC4) level setting is recommended. The Low (40-bit RC4) level setting provides less security.

Requires a password to open the document

Viewing of the document is restricted by a password.

IMPORTANT

Take care not to forget the password once it is set. If you forget the password, the document can no longer be opened.

Use permissions password to restrict editing security settings

The following settings are restricted by the permissions password.

•Printing allowed

This permits printing of the PDF file with a printer.

•Changes allowed

This permits editing of the PDF file; for example, adding and deleting pages.

•Enable copying of text, images, and accessibility.

This enables the copying of text information embedded with OCR software and reading of the PDF file with voice software.

IMPORTANT

•Password protection is recommended when the permissions of the PDF file are restricted.

•You can change the permissions and cancel password protection for a password protected PDF file in an application capable of editing PDF files such as Adobe Acrobat.

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