MS Word Password Crack

trickx54x · Apr 13, 2009, 11:22 AM

Hey Guys,
I have an MS Word document that is password protected on my mac (10.5) and I need to be able to read the document. As of right now it wont let me open the file. Any suggestions on how to get around the password or programs to crack it? Thanks.

r.j.s · Apr 13, 2009, 11:24 AM

The password is there for a reason. Obviously, someone doesn't want you to read the file.

trickx54x · Apr 13, 2009, 11:41 AM

It's my computer and I put the password on myself a year or so ago, but just forgot it. Obviously if you don't want to help, that's fine. I'm just looking for someone who does.

Tallest Skil · Apr 13, 2009, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trickx54x

It's my computer and I put the password on myself a year or so ago, but just forgot it. Obviously if you don't want to help, that's fine. I'm just looking for someone who does.

We also have no way of knowing if that is actually true. You could be attempting to steal trade secrets or spy on someone.

MacDawg · Apr 13, 2009, 11:45 AM

Cracks for such purposes are questionable as far as the Forum Rules go as well. Your best bet is to Google for the information. It may be quicker than getting a taker here.

Woof, Woof - Dawg

SnowLeopard2008 · Apr 13, 2009, 12:16 PM

Yea, it's not that we don't trust you, I just don't my neck on the line on these forums. I've been here too long to be banned.

jessica. · Apr 13, 2009, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnowLeopard2008

Yea, it's not that we don't trust you, (snip)

Yes it is. People will inherently gravitate towards LIAR and THEIF when it comes to requests of these natures. Check the iPhone forums if you need further evidence. However, I would say if asking this question isn't an issue (the lack of the thread closure and similar threads remaining open are proof enough for me) then giving an answer shouldn't be either.

I have been faced with this same issue but I was in windows. A simple google search helped me find an application that I had to pay $20 for. It solved my issue and the document was worth my $20 and time as it was very important. Clearly not important enough to write the password down, but important enough all the same.

I would google something similar for Mac. I would do it for you, but that would take the fun out of your treasure hunt and I don't want to steal your thunder.

michael.lauden · Apr 13, 2009, 12:36 PM

if you type your question into google, you can find results like these

http://www.rixler.com/word_password_recovery.htm

trickx54x · Apr 13, 2009, 01:14 PM

That's fine. Thanks for the help anyway

Apr 13, 2009, 11:22 AM	#1
trickx54x macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2009	MS Word Password Crack Hey Guys, I have an MS Word document that is password protected on my mac (10.5) and I need to be able to read the document. As of right now it wont let me open the file. Any suggestions on how to get around the password or programs to crack it? Thanks.
	0

Apr 13, 2009, 11:24 AM	#2
r.j.s Demi-God (Moderator emeritus) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fort Knox	The password is there for a reason. Obviously, someone doesn't want you to read the file. __________________ After the Army: no one can stay forever
	0

Apr 13, 2009, 12:16 PM	#6
SnowLeopard2008 macrumors 603 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: California	Yea, it's not that we don't trust you, I just don't my neck on the line on these forums. I've been here too long to be banned. __________________ YouTube \| Twitter MacBook Air \| iPhone 5 \| iPad mini \| iPad signed by Steve Wozniak
	0

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Can't get EndNote to integrate with MS Word	Boris A	Mac Applications and Mac App Store	5	Sep 30, 2012 01:20 PM
Recover or disable lost password on iPhone	sclomps	iPhone	0	Nov 19, 2011 11:58 AM
PC MS Word to Mac MS Word.	Rii	Mac Basics and Help	3	Nov 16, 2008 09:17 PM
Universal Word Processor? MS Word is being slow...	i-unit123	Mac Applications and Mac App Store	7	Oct 21, 2006 11:02 PM
Can't Add New Words to the Dictionary in MS Word	jesuisme	Mac Applications and Mac App Store	1	May 30, 2005 12:05 AM

Apr 13, 2009, 11:41 AM	#3
trickx54x Thread Starter macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2009	It's my computer and I put the password on myself a year or so ago, but just forgot it. Obviously if you don't want to help, that's fine. I'm just looking for someone who does.
	0

Apr 13, 2009, 11:45 AM	#5
MacDawg Demi-God (Moderator) Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: "Between the Hedges"	Cracks for such purposes are questionable as far as the Forum Rules go as well. Your best bet is to Google for the information. It may be quicker than getting a taker here. Woof, Woof - Dawg
	0

Apr 13, 2009, 12:36 PM	#8
michael.lauden macrumors 68020 Join Date: Dec 2008	if you type your question into google, you can find results like these http://www.rixler.com/word_password_recovery.htm
	0

Apr 13, 2009, 01:14 PM	#9
trickx54x Thread Starter macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2009	That's fine. Thanks for the help anyway
	0


MacRumors Forums > Apple Applications > Mac Applications and Mac App Store