Unlocking a password locked word document

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ubharath

Version: 2008 Operating System: Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) Processor: Intel I have saved a document ages ago (in 2006) and password locked it. I am unable to open it now because I have forgotten what password I assigned. Is there any way to unlock it?
 
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CyberTaz

It isn't so much a matter of 'when' you applied the pw as it is a matter of
which version of the program was used. Different versions have employed
somewhat different methods. Even so, the only thing you can do on your own
is keep guessing... There is no "Disregard the Password" button :)

Depending on how critical the content is there are services available that
may be able to crack the file. Search the web for current providers, but
choose wisely... Remember, you're putting your file & your credit card info
in the hands of those who make their living by circumventing protection.

Good Luck |:>)
Bob Jones
[MVP] Office:Mac
 
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John McGhie

Try this:

1) Create a brand new clean blank Word document

2) Use Insert>File... And insert the old file into the new one.

If you created the old document with an old-enough version of Word, the
password is so weak that that will crack it.

Unfortunately, in year 2006, there were versions of Word around with strong
encryption, in which case, you're screwed.

As Bob says, if you are entirely comfortable handing your credit card
details to someone who cracks passwords for a living...

Cheers


Version: 2008 Operating System: Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) Processor: Intel I
have saved a document ages ago (in 2006) and password locked it. I am unable
to open it now because I have forgotten what password I assigned. Is there any
way to unlock it?
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ubharath

I tried the insert trick and this was created in 2006 so I am screwed. I will keep trying to guess what might have gone thru my mind at that time but otherwise, as you say, too bad. I certainly will not be handing out any credit card info to password crackers.

Thanks for taking the time to respond.
 
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