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Are files created with MS Office versions prior to Office 97 supported?

April 26, 2017files MS Office prior supported versions

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Are files created with MS Office versions prior to Office 97 supported?

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No. Decryptum works with files created using Word/Excel 2003/2002/2000/97. You can use Office Key to recover passwords for old Office files. Q: Why can’t I still modify my file after decryption? A: To modify your file you need to reset a File-Modify, Workbook/sheet or Document Protection password. Such passwords can be instantly reset by Word Key or Excel Key. Q: Does Decryptum work with workbook/sheet protection, vba passwords? A: No. Decryptum opens files protected with file-open password only. Use Office Key to recover workbook/sheet protection or vba passwords. Q: What other file types are supported (Access, Outlook, Quicken, etc)? A: Decryptum works only with password protected MS Excel files and MS Word documents. To recover passwords and unlock files for Windows XP/2K/NT, Outlook, Access, WinZip, Lotus Notes and other popular applications please visit the LostPassword website. Q: Does Decryptum affect file’s formatting or data? A: No. Decryptum just recovers an encryption key an