Excel Password Finder
Excel Password Recovery Software
Excel Password Recovery finds the password of a locked XLSX or XLS workbook when you forget it. Choose brute force or mask attack and get the password back in a few clicks.
- XLSX and XLS workbooks
- 15 character passwords
- Offline recovery on your computer
- Windows and Mac editions
- 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 Password Recovery?
Find your case below. RecoveryTools software brings the password back without touching the workbook.
- Old Budget File Stays LockedYou protected a workbook years ago and lost the password.
- Client Sheets Arrive LockedA partner sends a workbook and the password never arrives.
- VBA Methods Do Not WorkManual tricks fail on files that use Password to Open.
- You Remember Part of ItYou know how the password starts or ends.
- Finance Records InsideYour team needs the numbers and the owner has left.
- Online Tools Feel RiskyYou do not want to upload business sheets to a server.
Brute Force Mode
Try every combination from the character set you select.
Mask Attack Mode
Add a prefix, a suffix and a length to narrow the search.
AES-256 Support
Open workbooks that use AES-256 encryption.
Excel protects a workbook with Password to Open, worksheet protection or workbook structure protection. Manual methods remove the last two.
RecoveryTools Excel Password Recovery finds the Password to Open for AES-256 encrypted files.
2What changes?
What Changes After the Recovery?
Before
- Locked workbook with no password
- Hours lost on manual guesses
- Figures stuck behind a password
After
- Password appears on the status screen
- Search narrows with your clues
- Workbook opens with the recovered password
3What can it do?
Which Features Come With Excel Password Recovery?
Add the file, set your clues and recover the password from one window.
Brute Force Attack
Try every combination when you know nothing about the password.
Mask Attack
Use a prefix, a suffix or a length to cut the search time.
AES-256 Encrypted Files
Find the password of workbooks that use AES-256 protection.
XLSX and XLS Formats
Add workbooks from Excel 2007 and from older editions.
Password Length Range
Set a minimum and a maximum up to 15 characters.
Character Set Control
Select letters, numbers, symbols, spaces and tabs for the search.
Prefix and Suffix
Enter the known start or end of the password in mask attack mode.
Live Progress
Watch the progress bar and the estimated recovery time.
Offline Recovery
Recover the password on your computer without uploading the file.
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. Windows needs Microsoft Excel on the computer.
- 2Add
Add the Workbook
Click Browse and select the locked XLSX or XLS file.
- 3Choose
Select a Mode
Select Unknown Password for brute force or Partial Known Password for mask attack. Set the character set and the length.
- 4Recover
Click Recover
Start the search and copy the password from the status screen. Open the workbook with it.
Screenshots of every step sit in the Excel password recovery guide.
5What will I see?
Which Screens Does the Software Show?
Follow the path from the mode options to the recovered password.
Select the Recovery Mode
Choose brute force for an unknown password or mask attack for a partial one.
Set Charset and Length
Select the character set, the password length and the starting characters.
Click Recover
Start the search and follow the progress until the password appears.
6Demo or full?
Free Demo vs Full Version
See where the free demo stops and what a license adds.
| Feature | Free Demo | Full Version |
|---|---|---|
| Both recovery modes | Yes | Yes |
| Both workbook formats | Yes | Yes |
| Large workbooks | Yes | Yes |
| Recovered password characters | First 2 | Up to 15 |
| Price | Free | From $19 |
7Will it fit my system?
System Requirements for Excel Password Recovery
| Product Version | 4.0 for Windows and 3.0 for Mac |
|---|---|
| Download Size | 237.18 MB for Windows and 100.59 MB for Mac |
| Product Type | Desktop software that recovers Excel passwords |
| Input Files | XLSX and XLS workbooks |
| Recovery Modes | Brute force and mask attack |
| Password Length | Up to 15 characters |
| Windows | Windows 11 and Windows 10 plus Windows Server 2025 |
| Mac | macOS 11 Big Sur up to macOS 15 Sequoia and later versions |
| Processor | Intel Core, AMD Ryzen or Qualcomm Snapdragon X on Windows and Intel or Apple Silicon on Mac, with an 8 core CPU recommended |
| RAM and Disk Space | 8 GB RAM recommended with 100 MB of free space for the software |
| Pre Requisite | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later and Microsoft Excel on Windows plus a United States system region with English language on Mac |
| Demo Limit | Shows the first 2 characters of the password |
8What is the price?
How Much Does Excel Password Recovery Cost?
Choose the license by the number of computers. Prices are in US dollars.
1 Computer
$19
- Home and private use
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 100 Computers
$99
- One location in one country
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 500 Computers
$199
- Offices in many places
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Mac edition licenses cost the same. Buy the Mac edition license or download the Mac edition demo. 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 small workbook and check the first two characters 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 Password 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 brute force and mask attack screens.
11Still have a question?
Questions About Recovering Excel Passwords
Can I recover a forgotten Excel password with the software?
Yes. Choose brute force when you know nothing about the password. Choose mask attack when you remember a prefix, a suffix or the length.
Which Excel files does the software open?
XLSX and XLS workbooks from any Excel version work. AES-256 encrypted workbooks work too.
Does the software remove worksheet protection?
No. Excel Password Recovery finds the Password to Open and leaves the workbook as it is. Worksheet and structure protection use different methods.
How long a password can the software recover?
Passwords of 15 characters or fewer work. Shorter length ranges and smaller character sets finish sooner.
What is the difference between brute force and mask attack?
Brute force tries every combination from the character set you select. Mask attack uses your prefix, suffix and length clues to narrow the search.
Does the software show how long the recovery will take?
Yes. You see a progress bar and an estimated recovery time. Treat the estimate as an approximation because recovery can finish sooner.
Does the software change my workbook?
No. Formatting, headers, cell data, columns and fonts stay as they are.
Is my workbook safe during recovery?
Yes. Recovery works offline on your computer and the file never reaches an online server.
Do I need Microsoft Excel installed?
Yes on Windows. Excel gives the software the libraries it needs to check workbooks.
What does the free demo show?
Free demo mode reveals only the first 2 characters of the password. Full version mode shows every character.
Is there a Mac edition?
Yes. Mac edition 3.0 works on macOS 11 Big Sur and later. Set the system region to United States and the language to English. Get the Mac edition demo or the Mac edition license.
Which Windows versions work?
Windows 11 and Windows 10 plus Windows Server 2025 work. Install Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later and Microsoft Excel first.
How much does the software cost?
Personal costs $19 for 1 computer. Business costs $99 for up to 100 computers. Enterprise costs $199 for up to 500 computers. Mac edition licenses cost the same.
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
Recover Your Excel Password With the Free Demo
Download the free demo, test it on a small workbook and buy the license when you want every character.