Currently, SparkReceipt does not support processing password-protected or encrypted documents.
If you upload an encrypted file (such as a locked PDF), the system will not be able to extract its contents. To ensure proper data extraction and classification, please remove any password protection before uploading.
🔒 Why Encrypted Files Are Not Supported
SparkReceipt’s document processing tools rely on accessing the contents of your files.
Encryption or password protection blocks AI extraction and OCR.
For security reasons, SparkReceipt does not attempt to bypass or crack encryption.
📥 Step-by-Step Checklist: Preparing Files for Upload
Check if your document (e.g. bank statement PDF) is password-protected
If it is, open it in your PDF viewer (e.g. Adobe Acrobat or Preview)
Use “Save As” or “Export” to create a new, unprotected version
Ensure the new file opens without a password
Upload the unprotected file to SparkReceipt
Let SparkReceipt extract, categorize, and store the document as usual
🛡️ You are still in full control — SparkReceipt stores all files securely once uploaded.
✅ FAQ Section
Q: Can SparkReceipt read password-protected PDFs?
A: No — password protection prevents SparkReceipt from accessing the file content.
Q: What happens if I upload an encrypted document?
A: The file will upload, but no data will be extracted or processed.
Q: How can I prepare encrypted files for upload?
A: Open the document in a PDF reader, remove the password, and save a new copy before uploading.
Q: Why doesn’t SparkReceipt support encrypted files?
A: For security and privacy reasons, SparkReceipt does not attempt to access or decrypt locked files.
Q: Will support for encrypted files be added later?
A: There are no announced plans, but user feedback may influence future feature development.