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PCVITA software to recover corrupt MDB files and convert them to Excel, CSV and SQL Server
Access MDB Converter Tool
PCVITA Access MDB Converter Tool recovers corrupt MDB and ACCDB files from Access 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007 and older versions. MDB converter software brings back deleted tables, forms and queries, shows them in a preview and exports the data you select to MS Access, Excel, CSV or SQL Server. Only Schema, Schema & Data and deleted data filters decide what leaves the file. Free demo previews every table.
- Input
- Corrupt Access database files
- Output
- Access file, Excel, CSV or SQL Server
- Recovers
- Tables, forms, queries and deleted objects
- Filters
- Schema only, schema with data, deleted data
Select single tables before you export or move the full database in one job. See all features. Locked file instead of a damaged one? Open the Access Database Password Recovery Tool.
How MDB Converter Software Recovers and Exports Access Data
Your corrupt database goes in on one side. Recovered tables come out on the other, in the format you select.
Corrupt MDB or ACCDB File
Any Access version, 2007 and older too
- Corrupted Access database files
- Deleted objects and table data
- Old MDB files from older Access versions
PCVITA MDB Converter
Works on your Windows machine
- Recover scan with live preview
- Deleted data marked in red
- Schema and data filter
Four Export Options
Four formats from MS Access to SQL Server
- Selected tables or the full database
- Deleted records on your choice
- SQL Server database named by you
- 1AddBrowse to the damaged database file.
- 2RecoverClick Recover and preview the tables.
- 3ExportSelect a format, a schema option and the destination.
Convert Your Corrupt MDB File in 6 Steps
Six screens of MDB converter software from the first click to the exported file. Select a step to see its screen or open the full walkthrough in the Software Guide.
Step 1. Start the MDB Converter
Install the converter on Windows and start it from the Start menu. Main screen opens at once.
Step 2. Browse to the Damaged File
Click Browse, select the corrupt Access MDB or ACCDB file and click Open. File name appears on the main screen.
Step 3. Click Recover
Click Recover to start recovery and conversion. When the process completes, click Close.
Step 4. Preview the Recovered Tables
Table details appear on the left. Click the plus icon to expand a table and see its items. Recovered data shows in the preview pane on the right.
Step 5. Select the Export Option
Click Export and select MS Access, Excel, CSV File or SQL Server. For MS Access, Excel and CSV, click Browse, select the destination folder and click OK.
Step 6. Choose a Schema Option and Export
Choose Only Schema or Schema & Data, then click Export/Save. When the export completes, click OK and open the output folder.
Free demo, no licence needed to recover and preview every table.
MDB Converter Software Features
What PCVITA Access MDB Converter does with a damaged Access database, grouped by task.
Recovers Corrupt MDB and ACCDB Files
Damaged databases load, scan and show their data in a preview before anything leaves the file.
Convert Corrupted Access Databases
Click Recover and PCVITA converts damaged files into healthy data. PCVITA keeps your original file unaltered during the job.
Retrieve Deleted Objects With the Recovery
Deleted objects come back with the recovery and show in red in the preview pane.
Convert Selected Objects Only
Select objects from a corrupted MDB file and convert just those, not the full database.
Tables, Forms, Reports and Queries
Access database objects convert together with the table data.
Every Access Version From 2007 Back
Files from any Access release, 2021 back to 2007 and older, load on the same screen.
Previews Tables Before You Export
Check recovered data on screen, then decide what to send to the output file.
Table Details on the Left
Every recovered table is listed on the left side of the window.
Plus Icon Expands a Table
Click the plus icon next to a table to see the items inside it.
Preview Pane on the Right
Recovered rows show in the right pane, with deleted data in red.
Select Tables to Export
Choose single tables from the MDB database and export only those.
Demo Previews Everything
Free demo recovers the file and previews the data, so you check the result first.
Converts MDB to ACCDB, Excel and CSV
Three file outputs share one pattern. Browse to a folder, set the schema filter and start the export.
Convert MDB to ACCDB
MS Access export saves recovered data as an Access database file.
Access Export to Excel
Excel output opens in a spreadsheet, so Access tables become worksheets you can sort and share.
Export to CSV
CSV output carries table data into any tool that opens comma separated files.
Structure Alone or With Rows
Export the table structure alone or the structure with every row inside it.
Export Deleted Data
Include recovered deleted records in the output when you need them.
Migrates MDB Data to SQL Server
Move Access tables into a live SQL Server without a manual import.
Server Name and Authentication
Enter the SQL Server name and the authentication details on the export screen.
Database Name of Your Choice
Type a database name and PCVITA creates a database with that name and migrates the data into it.
Only Schema, Schema & Data or Deleted Records
Choose the structure, the structure with data and whether deleted records travel too.
Progress and Export Report
Watch the migration progress, then open the report with table names and migrated record counts.
Verify in SQL Server
Open the new database in SQL Server and check the tables after the export.
See these options on your own file. Free demo recovers the database and previews every table.
Why Compact and Repair is Not Enough for a Corrupt Access File
Four limits that Microsoft documents for Access and what PCVITA MDB converter does instead.
- 1
Repair Can Cut Off Table Data
Microsoft warns that Access can truncate some data from tables that are damaged and advises a backup before you repair. PCVITA MDB converter leaves the original file unaltered and exports the recovered data to a new place.
- 2
Partial Repairs Leave Objects Behind
When a repair only partly works, Access lists the objects it could not fix in a system table named MSysCompactErrors. PCVITA tool recovers objects and table data from the damaged file and shows them in a preview.
- 3
ACCDB Files Need Access 2007 or Later
Microsoft states that an .accdb database cannot be opened or linked by versions earlier than Access 2007. PCVITA converter exports to Excel, CSV and SQL Server as well, so old Access versions stop being a barrier.
- 4
Save As Has Version Gaps
Access 97 databases cannot convert directly from Access 2013 onward, so Microsoft routes them through Access 2003 first. PCVITA MDB converter loads older MDB files with Browse and recovers them in one session.
Prepare Before Using the MDB Converter
Six checks before the first conversion. Tick them off, then open the software.
- Keep a copy of the damaged database file. Microsoft recommends a backup before any repair.
- Install Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or above on a Windows machine with 100 MB free disk space and 4 GB RAM.
- Open the software with Run as Administrator on Windows 11 (64 bit), 10, 8.1, 8 and 7.
- Choose the output format. MS Access, Excel and CSV need a destination folder with enough space.
- Collect SQL Server details for a database migration. You need the server name, the authentication details and a name for the new database.
- Test the free demo on your file before you buy. Download the Access MDB Converter demo and preview the recovered tables.
System lines match the Specifications table below and the backup line follows the Microsoft page linked in the Sources.
Access Database Converter Demo vs Full Edition
Free demo first, then one licence. Both editions recover the file, only the export differs.
Demo Edition
Free
Recover the file and preview the MDB data
- PreviewAll recovered tables
- ExportPreview only
- LicenceNot needed
Version 7.0, 8.05 MB, Windows
Full Edition
Licence
Export schema, data and deleted records to all four formats
- ExportEnabled
- FormatsAll four
- DeliveryEmail after payment
30 Days Money Back*, price shown at checkout
Included in both editions Demo and full edition share the recovery, only the export is limited
- Recover Corrupt Access Databases
- Deleted Data Shown in Red
- Table Tree With Preview Pane
- Schema and Deleted Data Filters
- Selective Table Export
- All Access Versions Back to 2007
- Windows 7 Through Windows 11
- Four Export Options in the Full Edition
Access MDB Converter Specifications
Version, system needs and conversion limits in one place.
| Version | 7.0 |
|---|---|
| File size | 8.05 MB |
| Windows versions | Windows 7, 8, 10 (32 or 64 bit) and Windows 11 (64 bit) |
| Prerequisite | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or above |
| Hardware | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 at 2.40 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 100 MB free hard disk space |
| Free demo limit | Preview of recovered data, export needs the full edition |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Input files | Corrupt and healthy MDB or ACCDB databases |
|---|---|
| Access versions | Access 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007 and older versions |
| Objects recovered | Tables, forms, reports, queries and other objects, plus deleted objects |
| Data filters | Only Schema, Schema & Data and deleted data |
| Output formats | Access file, Excel, CSV and SQL Server |
| SQL Server export | Server name, authentication and a database name, then Export/Save |
| Selective export | Single tables from the MDB database |
Access Compact and Repair vs MDB Converter Tool
Microsoft’s own Access features next to PCVITA software, so you can decide which route fits your file.
| Point | Access Compact and Repair | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Removes unused space and repairs corrupted database files | Recovers objects and table data, then exports them in a new format |
| Damaged tables | Can truncate some data from tables that are damaged | Recovers table data into a preview before you export |
| Failed objects | Lists unfixed objects in the MSysCompactErrors table | Shows recovered objects and deleted data in red |
| Backup | Microsoft advises a backup before the repair | Original file stays unaltered during conversion |
| MDB to ACCDB | Save As in Access 2007 or later | MS Access export from the converter window |
| Access 97 files | No direct conversion from Access 2013 onward | Older MDB files load with Browse |
| Other formats | Saves a compacted copy in the same location | Excel, CSV and database exports |
| Price | Included with Access | Free demo preview, paid full edition |
Compact and Repair facts come from Compact and repair a database (Microsoft Support). Format facts come from Convert a database to the .accdb file format (Microsoft Support). Tool facts come from the Specifications and Features sections above.
Access File Format Check Before You Blame Corruption
- Access 2003, 2002, 2000 and 97 databases convert to .accdb when you open them in a newer Access and use Save As.
- Versions earlier than Access 2007 cannot open or link an .accdb database.
- Sharing with Access 2003 users or using replication or user level security, needs the .mdb format.
- Access 97 databases cannot convert directly from Access 2013 onward.
- Files that open in no Access version need recovery, not another Save As.
Open the Software Guide for the export screens that save recovered data in the format your Access version accepts.
Sources for MDB Converter Facts Microsoft pages behind the limits on this page
- Microsoft SupportCompact and repair a database
- Microsoft SupportConvert a database to the .accdb file format
Access MDB Converter FAQs
Answers to the questions users ask before and during an MDB conversion, grouped by topic.
Working and Filters How the converter behaves during recovery and export
How does the Access MDB Converter Tool work?
Six steps convert a corrupt MDB file.
- Step 1. Start the converter on Windows.
- Step 2. Click Browse, select the MDB or ACCDB file and click Open.
- Step 3. Click Recover, then Close when the process completes.
- Step 4. Expand a table with the plus icon and preview the data.
- Step 5. Click Export and select MS Access, Excel, CSV File or SQL Server.
- Step 6. Choose Only Schema or Schema & Data and click Export/Save.
Can the MDB converter convert MDB to ACCDB?
Yes. Select MS Access as the export option, browse to a destination folder and start the export with Export/Save. PCVITA MDB converter is Windows software, so it needs no online upload page. Access itself converts with Save As, but only from Access 2007 or later.
How do I export an Access database to Excel?
Select Excel as the export option. Recover the file, click Export, choose Excel, browse to a folder, choose a schema option, then Export/Save. Open the saved file in Excel to work with your Access tables.
Can the tool recover a corrupt Access database?
Yes. PCVITA MDB converter recovers corrupted MDB or ACCDB files when you click Recover, then shows the data in the right pane. PCVITA keeps your original file unaltered during the job.
Does the converter recover deleted tables, forms and queries?
Yes. Add the file and click Recover. Deleted tables, forms and queries appear in the preview pane in red and you choose whether they go into the export.
Can I convert only selected tables from an MDB file?
Yes. Expand the database in the left pane and select the tables you need. Only those tables go into the export, which keeps the output file small.
What is the difference between Only Schema and Schema & Data?
Only Schema exports the structure. Schema & Data exports the structure together with the records inside every table. Choose the option on the export screen before you click Export/Save.
Can the tool remove an Access database password?
No. PCVITA MDB converter recovers and converts damaged files and does not list password removal. Use the Access Database Password Recovery Tool for a locked Access database.
Demo and Price What the demo covers and where the price shows
What does the free demo of the MDB converter do?
Preview only. Demo edition recovers the file and previews the data. Export needs the full edition.
How much does the full edition cost?
Checkout shows the price. Select Buy Now to see the current amount for the full edition. Buy Now carries a 30 day money back guarantee and activation details arrive by email after payment.
Compatibility and Exports Access and Windows versions, file formats and SQL Server
Which Access versions does the converter support?
Access 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010, 2007 and older versions. Files from any of them load into PCVITA MDB converter, including Access 2003 files.
Which Windows versions does the tool support?
Windows 7, 8, 10 (32 or 64 bit) and Windows 11 (64 bit). MDB converter software needs 4 GB RAM, 100 MB free disk space and .NET 4.5 or newer. Open it with Run as Administrator.
Can the tool migrate an MDB file to SQL Server?
Yes. Choose SQL Server in the export window, enter the server name and authentication details, type a database name and set the schema filter. PCVITA creates a database with that name and migrates the data. Check the export report afterwards.
Does the converter handle .mdb and .accdb formats?
Yes. Databases come in two formats, .mdb and .accdb and PCVITA tool recovers and converts both.
Does the converter change my original Access file?
No. PCVITA MDB converter keeps the original file unaltered and saves the output in the folder or server you select.
Question not answered here? Ask on Live Chat or write to us from the Contact Us page. Moving SQL Server files instead? See the SQL Database Recovery Tool.
Access MDB Converter Reviews
Ratings collected on pcvita.com and what customers wrote after converting their Access files.
I am sharing my personal experience of converting 30+ MDB and ACCDB files using this converter. This is so far the best tool in the market to get this job done. Further, I am really impressed by its simple UI and export features. It offers various format options and attributes to manage the corrupted files. For instance, the additional features such as Export Only Schema, Export both Schema & Data and Export deleted Data provide significant flexibility to the users in the conversion process. In short, it is the best standalone solution in my experience.
For the past couple of months, I have been searching for a reliable method to convert my old and corrupted MDB file into XLS format. But not getting the absolute solution. In this regard, a colleague of mine recommended this remarkable MDB converter to effortlessly convert MDB or ACCDB files into Excel files. Besides the tool's simple GUI, I am much more impressed by the tool's versatile features making it a better choice for the tech-savvy and novice users. From my side, this tool deserves a five-star rating.
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Key Takeaways on MDB File Conversion
The short version of this page.
- Files and versions: recovers corrupt Access databases from 2021 down to 2007 and older.
- Deleted data: brings back deleted objects and marks them in red in the preview.
- Export options: four formats, with schema and deleted data filters.
- Windows needs: Windows 7 to 11 (64 bit for Windows 11) with Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or above.
- Demo and price: the free demo previews recovered data, the full edition exports it and carries a 30 day money back guarantee.
Test the MDB Converter on Your Corrupt Access File
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