SAN FRANCISCO--Dec. 6, 2001--FinePrint Software has released pdfFactory Pro, a tool for creating secure PDF files. The product cost is $99.95. pdfFactory Pro is designed for users who require security on sensitive documents such as contracts, corporate information and legal documents or other copyrighted material such as books, dissertations and technical papers. The added security options include encryption (40 bit and 128 bit), password protection for opening documents, and ability to restrict copying, printing and editing the PDF file. In addition, pdfFactory Pro sports a new resizable preview window and status bar. pdfFactory Pro's ability to distribute documents securely is another step forward in the electronic document revolution. Manydocuments that could be distributed electronically were printed to ensure secure delivery. With pdfFactory Pro's low price and intuitive user interface, many more users can send secure documents. A trial version of pdfFactory is available for download at the FinePrint web site, www.fineprint.com.