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PCVITA software for RAR password recovery on Windows
RAR Password Unlocker Tool
PCVITA RAR Password Unlocker recovers the forgotten password of a RAR archive on Windows. Choose Brute Force when you remember nothing about the password or Mask when you remember a pattern, a prefix or a suffix. PCVITA software tests the combinations in your range, finishes with a pop up and shows the full password for you to copy. Free demo shows the first 2 characters.
- Input
- Password protected RAR files, added with the Browse button
- Modes
- Unknown Password (Brute Force) and Partial Known Password (Mask)
- Safe
- Your RAR file stays local, the software works offline
- Result
- Full password on screen with a Copy Password button
Reopen the archive with the password you recover. Use a hint to cut the search time. See all features. On a Mac? Download the Mac RAR Password Recovery edition. Need another password tool? Open PST Password Recovery.
How RAR Password Recovery Works
Add the locked RAR file, tell the software what you remember and let it test the combinations. Your password shows on screen when it matches.
Password Protected RAR File
Added with the Browse button
- Forgotten or lost password
- Archives from newer WinRAR
- Archive stays local
PCVITA RAR Password Unlocker
Installs on Windows
- Brute Force for unknown passwords
- Mask for known patterns
- Live progress and time left
Recovered Password
Shown in full on screen
- Copy Password button
- Paste it into your RAR file
- Original archive unchanged
- 1AddBrowse to the locked RAR file and open it.
- 2ChooseSelect Brute Force or Mask and set the details.
- 3RecoverClick Recover, then copy the password into your file.
Recover a RAR Password in 6 Steps
Six screens follow one locked archive from the first click to the copied password. Select any step to see its screen. Software Guide covers both recovery modes in detail.
Step 1. Install and Start the Software
Install the software and open it on your PC. Microsoft .NET 8 must be installed first. On Windows 10 you start the software with the Run as Administrator option.
Step 2. Browse to Your RAR File
Click Browse to add your password protected RAR file. Select the file in the window that opens and click Open.
Step 3. Choose Brute Force for an Unknown Password
Unknown Password (Brute Force) fits a password you cannot recall. Set Min and Max under Password Length. Under Select Charset tick Uppercase letters, Lowercase letters, Numbers, Special Characters or Space or Tab. Password Starts With narrows the first character to Capital Letter, Small Letter, Numeric or Special Character. Tick only the boxes you are sure about.
Step 4. Or Choose Mask for a Partial Password
Partial Known Password (Mask) fits a password you remember in part. Set Min and Max for the length and add a Prefix or a Suffix when you know how the password starts or ends. A tighter pattern cuts the search time.
Step 5. Click Recover and Wait for the Result
Click Recover to start. A progress bar tracks the search. A pop up tells you when the recovery ends. Click OK to see the result.
Step 6. Copy Your Password and Open the Archive
Your full password shows on screen. Select Copy Password, open the RAR file and paste the password into the prompt.
Demo edition reveals two characters of your password.
RAR Password Recovery Software Features
What PCVITA software does with a locked RAR archive, grouped by task.
Adds a Locked RAR File From Your PC
Recovery starts with the right archive, so you browse to it and open it.
Browse for the Archive
Click Browse, select your RAR file and click Open.
Works With WinRAR 5.0 and Newer
Archives made with WinRAR 5.0 or a newer version load for recovery.
Offline Recovery
The software works without the internet and your file never leaves your PC.
Damaged Archives Need Repair First
A corrupt RAR file must be repaired before password recovery starts.
Brute Force Recovery for Unknown Passwords
Brute Force tests every combination inside the limits you set, so it fits a password you cannot recall.
Min and Max Length
Set the shortest and longest length your password could have.
Select Charset
Tick Uppercase letters, Lowercase letters, Numbers, Special Characters or Space or Tab.
Password Starts With
Narrow the first character to Capital Letter, Small Letter, Numeric or Special Character.
Hints Save Hours
A capped Max length or an unchecked character type cuts the search time.
Mask Attack for Passwords You Partly Remember
Mask sits between a blind search and a known password. It uses the pattern you remember.
Length Range
Set Min and Max for the number of characters.
Prefix Field
Type the characters your password starts with.
Suffix Field
Type the characters your password ends with.
Faster Than Brute Force
A known pattern shrinks the number of combinations the software tests.
Shows the Password and Opens the File
A progress bar tracks the search and the result appears in full when it ends.
Live Progress Bar
Follow the search in real time and see the estimated time.
Pop Up on Completion
A message tells you the recovery ended. Click OK to continue.
Copy Password Option
Copy the full password with one click.
Paste and Open
Paste the password into your RAR file prompt to reach the files.
Test these options on your own RAR file. Demo edition reveals two characters only.
Why a Forgotten RAR Password Needs a Recovery Tool
Four facts from the WinRAR documentation and how PCVITA software handles every one.
- 1
RAR Encryption Has No Backdoor
WinRAR states that RAR encryption has no backdoors, so no built in method recovers a lost password. PCVITA software tests combinations on your PC until one opens the archive.
- 2
Not Even the Author Can Extract the Files
WinRAR says that nobody can extract encrypted files without the password. PCVITA software finds the password so you can extract the files yourself.
- 3
Brute Force Is the Documented Route
WinRAR names brute force as the only recovery approach and tells you to test every character combination. PCVITA software automates that search inside the length and character limits you set.
- 4
Third Party Tools Carry Your Risk
WinRAR does not support password recovery tools and says you use them at your own risk. PCVITA software works offline, so your RAR file never leaves your PC.
Prepare Before You Recover a RAR Password
Six checks before your first recovery. Tick the boxes in order, then open the software.
- Write down what you remember about the password. Length, character types, a first character, a prefix or a suffix all shorten the search.
- Copy the RAR file to a safe folder. Keep the original untouched.
- Repair a damaged archive first when WinRAR reports errors. A corrupt RAR file needs repair before recovery.
- Install Microsoft .NET 8 on the PC. The software needs it.
- Start the software as administrator with the Run as Administrator option on Windows 10.
- Test the free demo on your file before you pay. Download the demo edition and read two characters.
System lines match the version and system table below. Password facts follow the WinRAR page linked in the Sources.
RAR Password Unlocker Pricing
Start with the free demo, then buy one licence. Both editions search the same way. Password length shown is the only difference.
Demo Edition
Free
See two characters of the password
- ResultTwo characters only
- FeaturesAll
- LicenceNot needed
Version 3.0, 247.35 MB, Windows
Full Edition
$19 one licence
Read the full recovered password
- ResultFull password
- FeaturesAll
- DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout
Included in Both Editions Every mode sits in both editions, the password you see is the only difference
- Brute Force Mode
- Mask Mode
- Character Set Selection
- Length Range Setting
- Prefix and Suffix Fields
- Progress Bar With Time Estimate
- Copy Password Button
- Newer WinRAR Archives
Version, Size and System Requirements
Version, system needs and recovery details in one place.
| Version | 3.0 |
|---|---|
| File size | 247.35 MB |
| MD5 | d2cdac1b |
| Windows versions | Windows 11, Windows 10 and Windows Server 2025 |
| Prerequisite | Microsoft .NET 8 |
| Launch | Use the Run as Administrator option on Windows 10 |
| Hardware | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 2.40 GHz processor, 4 GB RAM, 200 MB free hard disk space |
| Free demo limit | Shows two characters of the password |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Input files | Password protected RAR files from WinRAR 5.0 and newer |
|---|---|
| Recovery modes | Unknown Password (Brute Force) and Partial Known Password (Mask) |
| Brute Force options | Min and Max length, character set and Password Starts With |
| Mask options | Min and Max length, Prefix and Suffix |
| Character types | Capital letters, small letters, digits, symbols, space or tab |
| Progress | Live progress bar with a time estimate |
| Result | Full password with a Copy Password option |
| Mac edition | Download Mac RAR Password Recovery from the link in the hero text |
WinRAR Alone vs PCVITA RAR Password Unlocker
What WinRAR documents about forgotten passwords next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your archive.
| Point | WinRAR Alone | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Lost password | No built in recovery method | Brute Force and Mask recovery on your PC |
| Encryption | No backdoors in RAR encryption | Tests combinations inside your limits |
| Author help | Nobody can extract the files without the password | Finds the password so you extract the files yourself |
| Search type | Brute force is the only documented approach | Brute Force plus Mask with prefix and suffix |
| Hints | Not available | Length, character types and first character |
| Progress | Not available | Live progress bar with a time estimate |
| Third party use | At your own risk | Offline software with a local file |
| Price | WinRAR license | Free demo, full edition $19 |
WinRAR facts come from the WinRAR password recovery page. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.
Quick Checks Before You Start Password Recovery
- Tick only sure boxes. Select only the character types you are confident about. Wrong hints send the search in the wrong direction.
- Set a tight length. A narrow Min and Max range shortens the search.
- Use Mask for patterns. Switch to Mask when you remember the start or the end of the password.
- Repair first. A corrupt RAR file needs repair before password recovery.
Need to recover other locked files? Open PST Password Recovery or Access Database Password Recovery.
Sources for RAR Password Facts The page behind the facts on this page
RAR Password Recovery and Unlocker FAQs
Answers to questions users ask before they recover a RAR password, grouped by topic.
Recovery and Modes How the software behaves with a locked archive
How do I recover a forgotten RAR password with PCVITA software?
Six steps recover a forgotten RAR password.
- Step 1. Install the software and open it.
- Step 2. Click Browse and add the RAR file.
- Step 3. Set Brute Force length and characters.
- Step 4. Or set a Mask with a prefix or suffix.
- Step 5. Start the search with Recover and confirm with OK.
- Step 6. Copy the password and use it on the archive.
Can I open a RAR file without the password?
Yes, by recovering the password. RAR encryption has no backdoor, so PCVITA software tests combinations until it finds the password. The time depends on the length and the characters in your password.
What does a Brute Force attack mean?
It tests every combination. Choose Brute Force when you remember nothing about the password. The software tries every character combination inside your length and character limits until one opens the file.
When should I select Mask instead of Brute Force?
Select Mask when you remember part of the password. Add a Prefix for the start and a Suffix for the end. A known pattern means fewer combinations and a faster result.
Can I limit the characters the software tests?
Yes. Choose capital letters, small letters, digits, symbols or space or tab. Password Starts With sets the first character type. Tick only the boxes you are sure about.
Can the software recover a password from a damaged RAR file?
No. Repair the corrupt RAR file first and then start password recovery with PCVITA software.
Does the software need an internet connection?
No. PCVITA software works offline, so your RAR file stays on this PC for the entire search.
Do I need technical skills to open a RAR file?
No. You add the file, select a mode, click Recover and copy the password. The Software Guide shows every screen.
Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price
What does the free demo of the RAR password unlocker do?
It shows the first 2 characters of your password. Demo edition performs the same recovery and reveals only two. Full edition shows the entire password.
How much does the full edition cost?
$19 for one licence. Full edition shows the complete password and carries a 30 day money back guarantee. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.
Where can I download RAR password recovery software?
Click Download Now on this page. Version 3.0 of the demo edition weighs 247.35 MB and installs on Windows. Install it and test the demo on your RAR file before you buy.
Compatibility and Files Windows versions, RAR versions and prerequisites
Which Windows versions does the software need?
Windows 11, Windows 10 and Windows Server 2025. You need an Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 2.40 GHz processor, 4 GB RAM and 200 MB free disk space. Install Microsoft .NET 8 first and use Run as Administrator on Windows 10.
Which RAR versions does the software open?
WinRAR 5.0 and newer. PCVITA software loads password protected RAR files made with these versions.
Is there a Mac edition of the RAR password unlocker?
Yes. Mac RAR Password Recovery is a separate download for macOS. Use the Mac link in the hero text of this page.
Does recovery change my RAR file?
No. The software reads the archive to test passwords and leaves your original file as it is. Keep a copy in a safe folder before you start.
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Reviews From Users Who Recovered RAR Passwords
Ratings collected on pcvita.com and customer words after a RAR recovery job.
This is the first time I'm using the PCVITA RAR Password Unlocker tool, and I cannot express how happy I am with the software. The software is for everybody who wants to unlock RAR Password files and regain access. This tool is super quick and very easy to use. Just love it!!.
Recently I wanted to open my RAR file but unfortunately I couldn't remember the password. Then my friend suggested me to go with this tool and since then this has been a game changer for me. At first I thought I needed some skills to use this tool but no, that's not true. I have thankfully recovered my password-protected RAR files and want to thank whoever came up with this idea.
I had an old RAR file that I couldn't open because I'd forgotten the password. I tried this RAR password recovery tool, and honestly it was much easier to use than I expected. I just followed the steps and let it do its job. After some time, it recovered the password, and I was able to access my files again. Definitely helpful when you're stuck with a forgotten RAR password.
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Key Takeaways on RAR Password Recovery
Five facts to keep from this page.
- Two modes. Brute Force fits an unknown password and Mask fits a partly known one.
- Your limits. Length range, character types, first character, prefix and suffix steer the search.
- Offline work. The archive stays on your PC and the original file is not changed.
- Clear result. The full password shows on screen with a Copy Password button.
- Demo and price. Free demo reveals two characters. Full edition costs $19 per licence and carries a money back guarantee.
Recover Your RAR Password Today
Download the free demo, add your RAR file and read two characters before you buy the full edition.
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