How to protect a PDF from screenshot?

Protecting your PDFs from screenshots in Papermark adds an extra layer of security to prevent unauthorized users from capturing your sensitive information. This guide will walk you through the steps to enable screenshot protection for your PDFs.

What is Screenshot Protection?

Screenshot protection is a security feature that prevents users from taking screenshots of your PDF documents. This ensures that your sensitive information remains secure and cannot be easily shared or copied.

Accessing the Screenshot Protection Feature

1. Log into your Papermark account.
2. Navigate to the PDF document link you want to secure.
3. Click on the "Settings" tab for the specific link.

Enabling Screenshot Protection

1. In the link settings page, scroll down to find the "Screenshot Protection" section.
2. Toggle the switch to enable screenshot protection.
3. Click "Save" to apply the changes.

⚠️ Important Security Notice:
Screenshot protection does not work in 100% of use cases. It blocks main actions of screenshot, but in some mobile browsers in particular, screenshots can not be blocked.

As an additional security methods to protect your pdf you use other security features in Papermark :

• Password protection
• Email capture
• Dynamic watermarking
• NDA and other agreements

Managing Screenshot Protection

You can update your screenshot protection settings at any time:

1. Navigate to the "Screenshot Protection" section in the link settings page.
2. Toggle the switch to enable or disable screenshot protection as needed.
3. Click "Save" to update the settings.

Best Practices for Using Document Protection

• Inform Users: Notify users that protection features are enabled to prevent any confusion or frustration.
• Layer Your Security: Use screenshot protection to prevent screenshots of your documents.
• Combine with Other Security Features: Use protection features alongside password protection and email capture.
• Regularly Review: Periodically review your protection settings to ensure they meet your security requirements.

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Conclusion

Enabling screenshot protection for your PDFs in Papermark is a simple yet effective way to enhance the security of your shared documents. By following these steps, you can ensure that unauthorized users are prevented from capturing your sensitive information through screenshots.

For more information on securing your documents, check out our articles on document analytics and feedback from visitors. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact our support team.