How to Remove an Unknown Password From a Protected Excel Spreadsheet

1. Download an Excel password recovery software, such as Free Word/Excel Password Recovery Software, Excel Password Remover 2008, or Password Recovery Engine for Excel (see resources). Save the file, then click 'Install' at the prompt.
2. Open the application. Click 'Open,' followed by 'Browse.' Select your protected Excel spreadsheet from the menu. Click 'Recover' and wait for the program to recover your password.
3. Open the Excel spreadsheet using the password. From the 'File' menu, select 'Save As.' Under 'Tools,' select 'General Options.'
4. Double-click the asterisks in both the 'Password to Open' and 'Password to Modify' boxes, then press the 'Delete' key. Click 'OK,' then 'Save.'