Unprotect your Excel files instantly
Edit your locked Excel file when you forgot the protection password. This removes sheet and workbook protection — not encryption. Nothing to install.
Drag your Excel file here
or click to select
Supports .xlsx, .xls and .xlsm (max. 5MB)
- ✓No software to install
- ✓Removes sheet and workbook protection
- ✓Supports .xlsx, .xls, .xlsm
- ✓No login or account needed
See how it works
Why do you need to unprotect an Excel?
Inherited file
A colleague left the company and their Excel is protected. No one has the password.
Forgotten password
You protected your file months ago and now you can't remember the password.
Client file
You received a protected Excel to review but can't make the necessary changes.
What types of protection do we remove?
Sheets with locked cells
You can't edit certain cells
Workbooks with protected structure
You can't add, delete, or hide sheets
.xlsx files are ZIPs with XML inside. Protection is just a configuration tag, not real encryption.
Three simple steps to unprotect your Excel file
Upload your file
Select or drag your protected Excel file. Secure processing with automatic deletion.
Instant processing
We remove sheet and workbook protection in seconds. Processed in memory, nothing stored.
Download the result
Download your unprotected Excel file, ready to edit. No watermarks or limitations.
Methods comparison
Choose by time, difficulty and risk
| Method | Speed | Difficulty | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| KeylessFile | Seconds | Very low | Very low |
| ZIP + XML | Minutes | Medium/High | Medium (can corrupt) |
| Macro VBA | Minutes | High | Medium/High |
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to upload my file?
Yes. We use encrypted connections (HTTPS) and delete files after processing. See the Privacy Policy for details.
What types of protection can it remove?
KeylessFile can remove sheet protection and workbook structure protection. It cannot remove file encryption that requires a password to open.
Is it legal to use this tool?
This tool is designed to recover access to your own files when you have forgotten the password. Using it on third-party files without authorization may violate intellectual property laws. You are responsible for how you use it.
Is there a file size limit?
The practical limit is 5MB. Very large files may take longer to process.