How would I disable my pdf file from website from downloading. I am gonna put it though iframe.

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Hello. I am new to coding. I am making a website in which I will put a pdf file for display. Users can read t, or view it. But I don't want users to download it. I wanna limit it to just viewing. How can I do this? Any suggestions?
P.S I searched google and some forums. Everywhere I read that it is not possible. So, I just want to know that anyone from here know any solutions related to the purpose?

Posted 1-Oct-13 19:22pm

JL_Coder

Updated 1-Oct-13 19:46pm

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_Damian S_ · Accepted Answer · 2013-10-01T19:48:00

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It's not possible. Once you make your pdf viewable, the user will always be able to save it.

Posted 1-Oct-13 19:48pm

_Damian S_