Corrupt Excel File Repair
Excel File Recovery Software
Excel File Recovery repairs corrupt XLSX and XLS workbooks and brings your sheets back. Add your files, preview the result and save the repaired workbook.
- Corrupt Excel workbooks
- Preview of charts and pivot tables
- Search drives for workbooks
- Windows desktop edition
- Free DemoTest before you buy
- 30 Day RefundDemo test comes first
- Card or PayPalHosted store checkout
- Fast License KeySent by email
- 24x7 SupportChat and email
1Is this my case?
Which Cases Need Excel File Recovery?
Find your case below. RecoveryTools software repairs the workbook and keeps your formulas.
- Excel Rejects the FileExcel reports unreadable content every time you open it.
- Crash Hit Mid EditYour computer crashed while the workbook stayed open.
- Virus Damaged the FileMalware corrupted your workbook.
- Format Is Not RecognizedExcel says the file is not in a recognizable format.
- Many Workbooks Are BrokenYour folder of spreadsheets needs a batch fix.
- Formulas and Charts MatterYour team needs data, formulas and charts back.
XLSX and XLS
Repair workbooks from every supported Excel version.
Preview First
Check charts and pivot tables before you save.
Batch Mode
Repair a folder of workbooks at once.
Excel File Recovery repairs workbooks without Excel on the computer. Preview needs Microsoft Excel 2007 up to 2021.
Free demo mode repairs and previews the workbook and does not save it.
2What changes?
What Changes After the Recovery?
Before
- Workbook that fails to open
- Hours of data behind an error
- Formulas lost in a rebuild
After
- Sheets and charts in a preview
- Files load by folder in one pass
- Repaired workbook saved with formulas
3What can it do?
Which Features Come With Excel File Recovery?
Add the file, set your clues and recover the password from one window.
XLSX and XLS Files
Repair workbooks with many worksheets from every supported Excel version.
Three Ways to Add Files
Use Add File, Add Folder or Search in Drive to load workbooks.
Preview Before Saving
Check charts, images and pivot tables before you save.
Protected Workbooks
Recover workbooks that carry protection or locked cells.
Formulas and Objects
Repair rows, columns, formulas, comments, headers and themes.
Preview Views
Switch between Normal, Page Layout, Page Break and 2 Pages views.
Excel 2007 to 2021
Repair files from older and newer Excel versions.
Original Workbook Untouched
Your damaged file stays as it is.
Save Location Control
Select a folder or create a new folder while you save.
4Is it easy?
How to Recover a Excel Password in 4 Steps
Test the recovery on a small file in the free demo. Buy the license when you want every character.
- 1Download
Install the Demo
Download the installer and install it on your Windows computer.
- 2Add
Add Your Workbooks
Click Add File, Add Folder or Search in Drive to load damaged workbooks.
- 3Repair
Click Repair
Click Repair and preview the workbook and its worksheets.
- 4Save
Save the Repaired File
Click Save and store the repaired workbook in a folder you select.
Screenshots of every step sit in the Excel File Recovery guide.
5What will I see?
Which Screens Does the Software Show?
Follow the path from the mode options to the recovered password.
Add Your Workbooks
Choose Add File, Add Folder or Search in Drive.
Preview the Repaired File
Check the worksheets, charts and pivot tables.
Save the Workbook
Click Save to store the repaired workbook.
6Demo or full?
Free Demo vs Full Version
See where the free demo stops and what a license adds.
| Feature | Free Demo | Full Version |
|---|---|---|
| Scan and repair | Yes | Yes |
| Add files and folders | Yes | Yes |
| Preview of repaired workbook | Yes | Yes |
| Save repaired workbook | No | Yes |
| Price | Free | From $49 |
7Will it fit my system?
System Requirements for Excel File Recovery
| Product Version | 4.1 for Windows |
|---|---|
| Download Size | 10.1 MB |
| Product Type | Desktop software that repairs corrupt Excel workbooks |
| Input Files | XLSX and XLS workbooks |
| Excel Versions | Excel 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019 and 2021 |
| Windows | Windows 11 in 64 bit, Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 in 32 and 64 bit, plus Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019 and 2022 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600, AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or Snapdragon X or better |
| RAM and Disk Space | 2 GB RAM recommended with 100 MB of free disk space |
| Pre Requisite | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later and Microsoft Excel 2007 to 2021 for the preview |
| Demo Limit | Repairs and previews workbooks and does not save them |
8What is the price?
How Much Does Excel File Recovery Cost?
Choose the license by the number of computers. Prices are in US dollars.
1 Computer
$49
- Home and private use
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 100 Computers
$129
- One location in one country
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 500 Computers
$399
- Offices in many places
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Need more Office repair tools? Office File Recovery Suite adds Word Recovery, Access Recovery and PowerPoint Recovery for $99 instead of $212.
See more savings on the RecoveryTools offers page.
9Is it safe?
Can You Trust the Software With Your Excel Files?
See Results First
Test the free demo on a damaged workbook and check the preview before you pay.
In Business Since 2007
RecoveryTools stands on a company that began in 2007 and now helps users in over 100 countries. Find more about RecoveryTools.
ISO Certified
Standards ISO 9001:2015 for quality and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 for information security back the company. See the awards and certifications page.
Terms in Plain Sight
Refund, privacy and usage terms are public before you pay. See the refund policy, privacy policy and terms of use.
10Need a hand?
Where to Get Help With Your Excel File Recovery
Support engineers answer questions before and after you buy. Visit the RecoveryTools support center for phone numbers and more ways to get help.
Live Chat
Talk to an expert on live chat at any hour.
Email Support
Email support@systoolsgroup.com with your workbook details and the error message.
Remote Session
An expert connects to your computer and solves a hard case for you.
Step by Step Guide
Follow the user guide for the add, repair and save screens.
11Still have a question?
Questions About Repairing Excel Files
Can the software repair a corrupt Excel file?
Yes. Add the damaged workbook, click Repair, preview the content and save it.
Which Excel files does the software open?
Workbooks in XLSX and XLS format from Excel 2007 up to Excel 2021 work, including protected workbooks.
Which errors does the software fix?
Unreadable content, an unrecognized file format, a corrupt file that cannot open and an invalid file all fit.
Can I repair many workbooks at once?
Yes. Add files, add a folder or search your drives. Software repairs many workbooks in one pass.
What does Search in Drive do?
Search in Drive finds damaged workbooks on your drives and includes subfolders when you select that option.
Does the software keep my formulas and formatting?
Yes. Formatting, hyperlinks, formulas and sheet structure stay the same after the repair.
Does the software change my damaged file?
No. Software restores your data into a new workbook and leaves the original alone.
Do I need Microsoft Excel installed?
No for repair. Yes for preview, because preview needs Microsoft Excel 2007 up to 2021.
What does the free demo do?
Free demo mode repairs the file and shows a preview. Saving the repaired workbook needs the full version.
Is there a Mac edition?
No. Software works on Windows only.
Which Windows versions work?
Windows 11 in 64 bit, Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 plus Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016, 2019 and 2022 work.
What is the system requirement for the software?
Plan for 100 MB of free disk space and 2 GB RAM.
How much does the software cost?
Personal costs $49 for 1 computer. Business costs $129 for up to 100 computers. Enterprise costs $399 for up to 500 computers.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. Refund requests are accepted for 30 days under the RecoveryTools refund policy. Software bought without a demo evaluation does not qualify. Email a signed Letter of Destruction to sales@recovery-tools.org. Bundle purchases cannot be refunded.
12Where next?
Related RecoveryTools Software
Repair Your Excel File With the Free Demo
Download the free demo, preview your repaired workbook and buy the license when you want to save it.