Encrypted Archive Recovery — Frequently Asked Questions

Do you support multi-volume archives?

Yes. Please send all parts of the archive set (.part1.rar, .part2.rar, .z01, .7z.001, etc.).

Can you recover without hints?

Sometimes, but strong hints greatly improve feasibility and speed, especially for AES-encrypted ZIP/7z and RAR5.

Do you need the contents or just the archive?

Only the encrypted archive is needed. We do not require its contents; please don’t extract anything.

Is recovery guaranteed?

No. It depends on password complexity, encryption scheme, and archive integrity. We start with a free offline assessment and then advise realistic next steps.

Will you keep my data?

No. Files are used only for assessment and are deleted per our retention policy after your case concludes.

Ready for a Free Assessment?

Send your ZIP/RAR/7z archive set securely. Our team will review it offline and get back with recovery options—no commitment, no risk.

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Special Cases We Handle

Solid archives (RAR/7z): slower to validate; good hints help a lot.
Header-encrypted ZIP/7z: fewer clues; hint quality is critical.
Damaged archives: we can assess limited repair options, but password recovery may still require valid structure and all parts.

Lawful Use Only: By submitting files, you confirm you are the rightful owner or have legal permission to decrypt these archives.

Privacy: Your files remain confidential and are never shared with third parties. We use them only to evaluate recovery options offline.

No Guarantee: Success depends on password complexity, encryption type, archive integrity, and the quality of your hints.

Ready for a Free Assessment?

Send your ZIP/RAR/7z archive set securely. Our team will review it offline and get back with recovery options—no commitment, no risk.

Start Recovery

Password Hints Guide (What Helps Most)

Length (exact or range): e.g., “8–10”, “12 exactly”.
Character sets: lowercase/UPPERCASE, digits, symbols (which?).
Patterns: Word+year, capitalized word + 2 digits, ends with !/88/123, starts with initials, etc.
Words reused: names, brands, pets, places, fandoms.
Dates/numbers: birthdays, anniversaries; formats used (YYYY, DDMMYYYY).
Typical endings: !!, 00, 11, 2020.
Language/keyboard: non-English letters, QWERTZ/QWERTY habits, common symbols.

Even small details can dramatically reduce the keyspace and speed up recovery.

Special Cases We Handle

Solid archives (RAR/7z): slower to validate; good hints help a lot.
Header-encrypted ZIP/7z: fewer clues; hint quality is critical.
Damaged archives: we can assess limited repair options, but password recovery may still require valid structure and all parts.

Lawful Use Only: By submitting files, you confirm you are the rightful owner or have legal permission to decrypt these archives.

Privacy: Your files remain confidential and are never shared with third parties. We use them only to evaluate recovery options offline.

No Guarantee: Success depends on password complexity, encryption type, archive integrity, and the quality of your hints.

Ready for a Free Assessment?

Send your ZIP/RAR/7z archive set securely. Our team will review it offline and get back with recovery options—no commitment, no risk.

Start Recovery

How to Prepare & Send Files (Secure)

Gather the archive and every split volume (if applicable).
Do not re-compress the archive—send it as is. If multiple files/parts, put them in a new .zip/.7z with a temporary password for transport.
Submit an inquiry on our inquiry page. We’ll reply with a one-time, secure upload link. Please do not email files.
Include detailed password hints (see below). Better hints = higher success odds and realistic time estimates.

Independent assessment: First step is a free offline assessment—no commitment required.

Password Hints Guide (What Helps Most)

Length (exact or range): e.g., “8–10”, “12 exactly”.
Character sets: lowercase/UPPERCASE, digits, symbols (which?).
Patterns: Word+year, capitalized word + 2 digits, ends with !/88/123, starts with initials, etc.
Words reused: names, brands, pets, places, fandoms.
Dates/numbers: birthdays, anniversaries; formats used (YYYY, DDMMYYYY).
Typical endings: !!, 00, 11, 2020.
Language/keyboard: non-English letters, QWERTZ/QWERTY habits, common symbols.

Even small details can dramatically reduce the keyspace and speed up recovery.

Special Cases We Handle

Solid archives (RAR/7z): slower to validate; good hints help a lot.
Header-encrypted ZIP/7z: fewer clues; hint quality is critical.
Damaged archives: we can assess limited repair options, but password recovery may still require valid structure and all parts.

Lawful Use Only: By submitting files, you confirm you are the rightful owner or have legal permission to decrypt these archives.

Privacy: Your files remain confidential and are never shared with third parties. We use them only to evaluate recovery options offline.

No Guarantee: Success depends on password complexity, encryption type, archive integrity, and the quality of your hints.

Ready for a Free Assessment?

Send your ZIP/RAR/7z archive set securely. Our team will review it offline and get back with recovery options—no commitment, no risk.

Start Recovery

Before You Send (Quick Checks)

Archive test: In WinRAR/7-Zip, run “Test” to confirm the archive isn’t corrupted.
All parts present: For split archives, ensure every volume is included and named correctly.
Original names: Keep the original filenames and extensions (.zip, .rar, .7z, .partX).
Mac metadata: If from macOS, include any sidecar files if they came with the archive.

What We Do (Offline Only)

Identify encryption type (ZipCrypto vs AES, RAR5, 7z-AES) and validate feasibility.
Build targeted attack strategies based on your hints (masks, rules, dictionaries).
Estimate time-to-crack ranges given your constraints.
Never upload your data to third parties; everything runs on isolated systems.

How to Prepare & Send Files (Secure)

Gather the archive and every split volume (if applicable).
Do not re-compress the archive—send it as is. If multiple files/parts, put them in a new .zip/.7z with a temporary password for transport.
Submit an inquiry on our inquiry page. We’ll reply with a one-time, secure upload link. Please do not email files.
Include detailed password hints (see below). Better hints = higher success odds and realistic time estimates.

Independent assessment: First step is a free offline assessment—no commitment required.

Password Hints Guide (What Helps Most)

Length (exact or range): e.g., “8–10”, “12 exactly”.
Character sets: lowercase/UPPERCASE, digits, symbols (which?).
Patterns: Word+year, capitalized word + 2 digits, ends with !/88/123, starts with initials, etc.
Words reused: names, brands, pets, places, fandoms.
Dates/numbers: birthdays, anniversaries; formats used (YYYY, DDMMYYYY).
Typical endings: !!, 00, 11, 2020.
Language/keyboard: non-English letters, QWERTZ/QWERTY habits, common symbols.

Even small details can dramatically reduce the keyspace and speed up recovery.

Special Cases We Handle

Solid archives (RAR/7z): slower to validate; good hints help a lot.
Header-encrypted ZIP/7z: fewer clues; hint quality is critical.
Damaged archives: we can assess limited repair options, but password recovery may still require valid structure and all parts.

Lawful Use Only: By submitting files, you confirm you are the rightful owner or have legal permission to decrypt these archives.

Privacy: Your files remain confidential and are never shared with third parties. We use them only to evaluate recovery options offline.

No Guarantee: Success depends on password complexity, encryption type, archive integrity, and the quality of your hints.

Ready for a Free Assessment?

Send your ZIP/RAR/7z archive set securely. Our team will review it offline and get back with recovery options—no commitment, no risk.

Start Recovery

Supported Formats

ZIP: ZipCrypto (legacy) and AES-128/256 (WinZip/7-Zip).
RAR / RAR5: including solid archives, multi-volume (.part1.rar, .r00…).
7-Zip (.7z): AES-256, solid/non-solid, multi-volume.
Split archives: we need all parts to verify and recover.

We do not break DRM or proprietary container protections not based on standard archive encryption.

What We Need

The encrypted archive file(s). For multi-volume, include every part.
Password hints (see checklist below).
(Optional) Approximate year/program used to create it (WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip, version if known).

Please do not email files. Submit our inquiry form; we’ll reply with a one-time, secure upload link.

Before You Send (Quick Checks)

Archive test: In WinRAR/7-Zip, run “Test” to confirm the archive isn’t corrupted.
All parts present: For split archives, ensure every volume is included and named correctly.
Original names: Keep the original filenames and extensions (.zip, .rar, .7z, .partX).
Mac metadata: If from macOS, include any sidecar files if they came with the archive.

What We Do (Offline Only)

Identify encryption type (ZipCrypto vs AES, RAR5, 7z-AES) and validate feasibility.
Build targeted attack strategies based on your hints (masks, rules, dictionaries).
Estimate time-to-crack ranges given your constraints.
Never upload your data to third parties; everything runs on isolated systems.

How to Prepare & Send Files (Secure)

Gather the archive and every split volume (if applicable).
Do not re-compress the archive—send it as is. If multiple files/parts, put them in a new .zip/.7z with a temporary password for transport.
Submit an inquiry on our inquiry page. We’ll reply with a one-time, secure upload link. Please do not email files.
Include detailed password hints (see below). Better hints = higher success odds and realistic time estimates.

Independent assessment: First step is a free offline assessment—no commitment required.

Password Hints Guide (What Helps Most)

Length (exact or range): e.g., “8–10”, “12 exactly”.
Character sets: lowercase/UPPERCASE, digits, symbols (which?).
Patterns: Word+year, capitalized word + 2 digits, ends with !/88/123, starts with initials, etc.
Words reused: names, brands, pets, places, fandoms.
Dates/numbers: birthdays, anniversaries; formats used (YYYY, DDMMYYYY).
Typical endings: !!, 00, 11, 2020.
Language/keyboard: non-English letters, QWERTZ/QWERTY habits, common symbols.

Even small details can dramatically reduce the keyspace and speed up recovery.

Special Cases We Handle

Solid archives (RAR/7z): slower to validate; good hints help a lot.
Header-encrypted ZIP/7z: fewer clues; hint quality is critical.
Damaged archives: we can assess limited repair options, but password recovery may still require valid structure and all parts.

Lawful Use Only: By submitting files, you confirm you are the rightful owner or have legal permission to decrypt these archives.

Privacy: Your files remain confidential and are never shared with third parties. We use them only to evaluate recovery options offline.

No Guarantee: Success depends on password complexity, encryption type, archive integrity, and the quality of your hints.

Ready for a Free Assessment?

Send your ZIP/RAR/7z archive set securely. Our team will review it offline and get back with recovery options—no commitment, no risk.

Start Recovery

Supported Formats

ZIP: ZipCrypto (legacy) and AES-128/256 (WinZip/7-Zip).
RAR / RAR5: including solid archives, multi-volume (.part1.rar, .r00…).
7-Zip (.7z): AES-256, solid/non-solid, multi-volume.
Split archives: we need all parts to verify and recover.

We do not break DRM or proprietary container protections not based on standard archive encryption.

What We Need

The encrypted archive file(s). For multi-volume, include every part.
Password hints (see checklist below).
(Optional) Approximate year/program used to create it (WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip, version if known).

Please do not email files. Submit our inquiry form; we’ll reply with a one-time, secure upload link.

Before You Send (Quick Checks)

Archive test: In WinRAR/7-Zip, run “Test” to confirm the archive isn’t corrupted.
All parts present: For split archives, ensure every volume is included and named correctly.
Original names: Keep the original filenames and extensions (.zip, .rar, .7z, .partX).
Mac metadata: If from macOS, include any sidecar files if they came with the archive.

What We Do (Offline Only)

Identify encryption type (ZipCrypto vs AES, RAR5, 7z-AES) and validate feasibility.
Build targeted attack strategies based on your hints (masks, rules, dictionaries).
Estimate time-to-crack ranges given your constraints.
Never upload your data to third parties; everything runs on isolated systems.

How to Prepare & Send Files (Secure)

Gather the archive and every split volume (if applicable).
Do not re-compress the archive—send it as is. If multiple files/parts, put them in a new .zip/.7z with a temporary password for transport.
Submit an inquiry on our inquiry page. We’ll reply with a one-time, secure upload link. Please do not email files.
Include detailed password hints (see below). Better hints = higher success odds and realistic time estimates.

Independent assessment: First step is a free offline assessment—no commitment required.

Password Hints Guide (What Helps Most)

Length (exact or range): e.g., “8–10”, “12 exactly”.
Character sets: lowercase/UPPERCASE, digits, symbols (which?).
Patterns: Word+year, capitalized word + 2 digits, ends with !/88/123, starts with initials, etc.
Words reused: names, brands, pets, places, fandoms.
Dates/numbers: birthdays, anniversaries; formats used (YYYY, DDMMYYYY).
Typical endings: !!, 00, 11, 2020.
Language/keyboard: non-English letters, QWERTZ/QWERTY habits, common symbols.

Even small details can dramatically reduce the keyspace and speed up recovery.

Special Cases We Handle

Solid archives (RAR/7z): slower to validate; good hints help a lot.
Header-encrypted ZIP/7z: fewer clues; hint quality is critical.
Damaged archives: we can assess limited repair options, but password recovery may still require valid structure and all parts.

Lawful Use Only: By submitting files, you confirm you are the rightful owner or have legal permission to decrypt these archives.

Privacy: Your files remain confidential and are never shared with third parties. We use them only to evaluate recovery options offline.

No Guarantee: Success depends on password complexity, encryption type, archive integrity, and the quality of your hints.

Ready for a Free Assessment?

Send your ZIP/RAR/7z archive set securely. Our team will review it offline and get back with recovery options—no commitment, no risk.

Start Recovery

Encrypted Archive Recovery – ZIP, RAR & 7z Password Help

Q: Do you support multi-volume archives?

Yes. Please send all parts of the archive set (.part1.rar, .part2.rar, .z01, .7z.001, etc.).

Q: Do you need the contents or just the archive?

Only the encrypted archive is needed. We do not require its contents; please don’t extract anything.

Forgot the password to an encrypted archive (ZIP, RAR, 7z)? We perform secure, offline recovery assessments for personal archives, including split volumes and modern encryption (AES/RAR5). Follow the steps below to prepare your files and request a free, no-obligation assessment.

Request Free Assessment

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Supported Formats

ZIP: ZipCrypto (legacy) and AES-128/256 (WinZip/7-Zip).
RAR / RAR5: including solid archives, multi-volume (.part1.rar, .r00…).
7-Zip (.7z): AES-256, solid/non-solid, multi-volume.
Split archives: we need all parts to verify and recover.

We do not break DRM or proprietary container protections not based on standard archive encryption.

What We Need

The encrypted archive file(s). For multi-volume, include every part.
Password hints (see checklist below).
(Optional) Approximate year/program used to create it (WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip, version if known).

Please do not email files. Submit our inquiry form; we’ll reply with a one-time, secure upload link.

Before You Send (Quick Checks)

Archive test: In WinRAR/7-Zip, run “Test” to confirm the archive isn’t corrupted.
All parts present: For split archives, ensure every volume is included and named correctly.
Original names: Keep the original filenames and extensions (.zip, .rar, .7z, .partX).
Mac metadata: If from macOS, include any sidecar files if they came with the archive.

What We Do (Offline Only)

Identify encryption type (ZipCrypto vs AES, RAR5, 7z-AES) and validate feasibility.
Build targeted attack strategies based on your hints (masks, rules, dictionaries).
Estimate time-to-crack ranges given your constraints.
Never upload your data to third parties; everything runs on isolated systems.

How to Prepare & Send Files (Secure)

Gather the archive and every split volume (if applicable).
Do not re-compress the archive—send it as is. If multiple files/parts, put them in a new .zip/.7z with a temporary password for transport.
Submit an inquiry on our inquiry page. We’ll reply with a one-time, secure upload link. Please do not email files.
Include detailed password hints (see below). Better hints = higher success odds and realistic time estimates.

Independent assessment: First step is a free offline assessment—no commitment required.

Password Hints Guide (What Helps Most)

Length (exact or range): e.g., “8–10”, “12 exactly”.
Character sets: lowercase/UPPERCASE, digits, symbols (which?).
Patterns: Word+year, capitalized word + 2 digits, ends with !/88/123, starts with initials, etc.
Words reused: names, brands, pets, places, fandoms.
Dates/numbers: birthdays, anniversaries; formats used (YYYY, DDMMYYYY).
Typical endings: !!, 00, 11, 2020.
Language/keyboard: non-English letters, QWERTZ/QWERTY habits, common symbols.

Even small details can dramatically reduce the keyspace and speed up recovery.

Special Cases We Handle

Solid archives (RAR/7z): slower to validate; good hints help a lot.
Header-encrypted ZIP/7z: fewer clues; hint quality is critical.
Damaged archives: we can assess limited repair options, but password recovery may still require valid structure and all parts.

Lawful Use Only: By submitting files, you confirm you are the rightful owner or have legal permission to decrypt these archives.

Privacy: Your files remain confidential and are never shared with third parties. We use them only to evaluate recovery options offline.

No Guarantee: Success depends on password complexity, encryption type, archive integrity, and the quality of your hints.

Ready for a Free Assessment?

Send your ZIP/RAR/7z archive set securely. Our team will review it offline and get back with recovery options—no commitment, no risk.

Start Recovery