Can you open a password protected Word document without the password?

Can you open a password protected Word document without the password?

If you protected your Word document with a password but then forgot the password, the Word document will be locked out and you won’t be able to open, edit, or make changes to it.

How do you unlock a Word document on iPad?

Open Pages, and if a document is already open, tap Documents in the top-left corner to see all your documents. Tap a thumbnail to open a document. If you don’t see the document you want to open, try searching for it, or tap the link in the top-left corner to browse Recents or a different location.

Why can’t I open a password protected Word document?

Download Open Office and try opening it with that. 1) Ask the client an unprotected file. 2) If the document must be protected, the MAC passwords have not the same format as the Windows passwords (the reason why you cannot open the file even if you have the password).

How can I access a Word document with a password?

Protect a document with a password

1. Go to File > Info > Protect Document > Encrypt with Password.
2. Type a password, then type it again to confirm it.
3. Save the file to make sure the password takes effect.

How do I remove protection from a Word document without the password?

How to Unprotect a Word Document Without the Password

1. Using WordPad.
2. Using Google Docs.
3. Using an Online Password Cracker (Word 2007 or above)
4. Using VBA Code.
5. Using a Free Password Cracker (Word 97-2003)

How do you unlock a Word document that is locked for editing?

To do so, follow these steps:

1. Save all your work, and then quit all programs.
2. Press CTRL+ALT+DELETE to open the Windows Security dialog box.
3. Click Task Manager, and then click the Processes tab.
4. Click Winword.exe, and then click End Process.
5. In the Task Manager Warning dialog box, click Yes.

How do I open a Word document that is locked for editing?

Press CTRL+ALT+DELETE to open the Windows Security dialog box. Click Task Manager, and then click the Processes tab. Click Winword.exe, and then click End Process. In the Task Manager Warning dialog box, click Yes.