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PCVITA software to open locked ZIP archives on Windows
ZIP Password Recovery Tool
PCVITA ZIP Password Recovery Tool finds the lost password of a ZIP or ZIPX archive on Windows. Select Brute Force when nothing about the password comes to mind or Mask when you remember a few characters. PCVITA software tests the combinations on your PC and your archive stays put. Free demo reveals two characters.
- Input
- One locked ZIP or ZIPX archive
- Modes
- Brute Force and Mask attacks
- Settings
- Character sets and a length range
- Result
- Copy Password button after the search
Know how the password starts or ends? Type it in Mask mode to cut the search time. See all features. Locked PDF instead? Open PDF Password Recovery.
How ZIP Password Recovery Works
Add the archive, choose a mode, set your options and start. PCVITA software lists the password with a Copy Password button.
Locked Archive
ZIP or ZIPX format
- Archive with an open password
- Unknown or partly known password
- Archive stays on your PC
PCVITA ZIP Recovery
Installs on Windows
- Brute Force attack
- Mask attack with prefix and suffix
- Progress bar and time estimate
Recovered Password
Copied with one click
- Password listed on screen
- Copy Password button
- Archive tool opens the ZIP with it
- 1AddLoad the locked archive.
- 2SetChoose a mode and the character sets.
- 3RecoverClick Recover and copy the password.
Recover a ZIP 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 Open the Software
Install PCVITA ZIP Password Recovery and start it. The main window shows the file box and the two recovery modes with their options.
Step 2. Add the Protected Archive
Click Browse beside the file box to open the file window.
Step 3. Select the ZIP File
Find the locked .zip file and click Open. The file path appears in the box.
Step 4. Choose the Mode and Settings
Select Unknown Password (Brute Force) or Partial Known Password (Mask). Fill in the minimum and the maximum length. Tick only the character sets you trust. Mask mode adds Prefix and Suffix boxes.
Step 5. Start the Search
Click Recover. The progress bar and the estimated time update on screen.
Step 6. Copy the Password
Click OK when the completion message appears. The Recovery Status table lists the password. Click Copy Password and paste it into your archive tool.
Demo edition reveals two characters only.
ZIP Password Recovery Software Features
What PCVITA software does with a locked archive, grouped by task.
Offers Two Recovery Modes for Archives
Your memory of the password decides the mode.
Brute Force Attack
Test every combination inside your settings.
Mask Attack
Test fewer combinations with a known prefix or suffix.
ZIP and ZIPX
Load both archive types.
Offline Search
The search stays on your PC.
Sets Character Sets and a Length Range
Every detail you recall narrows the search.
Uppercase and Lowercase
Include capitals or small letters.
Numbers
Include digits.
Special Characters
Include symbols like # and @.
Spaces and Tabs
Include a gap inside the password.
Builds on a Prefix and a Suffix in Mask Mode
Mask mode starts from the characters you know.
Prefix
Type how the password begins.
Suffix
Type how the password ends.
Starting Character
Select a first character type to cut the search.
Fewer Combinations
The search tests fewer options than Brute Force.
Reports Progress and Copies the Password
The screen reports the work from start to finish.
Progress Bar
Watch the search while it works.
Estimated Time
Read the time estimate on screen.
Recovery Status
See the path, the password and the status.
Copy Password
Copy the result in one click.
Test these options on your own archive. Demo edition reveals two characters only.
Why a Locked ZIP Needs a Recovery Tool
Four facts about encrypted archives and how PCVITA software answers them.
- 1
Windows 11 Skips Encrypted Archives
Microsoft states that Windows 11 version 24H2 does not support operations on encrypted archive files. PCVITA software finds the password first.
- 2
Archive Tools Need the Password
Microsoft points users to third party tools for encrypted archives. Those tools still ask for the password. PCVITA software finds it.
- 3
Several Encryption Types Exist
ZIP files carry three kinds of encryption. PCVITA software handles all three.
- 4
Passwords Reach 15 Characters
PCVITA software takes a minimum and a maximum length up to 15 characters.
Prepare Before You Recover a ZIP Password
Six checks before your first recovery. Tick the boxes in order, then open the software.
- Write down what you remember about the password. A length, a character set, a prefix or a suffix all help.
- Copy the archive to a safe folder. Work on the copy.
- Repair a damaged archive first. A corrupt locked ZIP needs repair before recovery.
- Install Microsoft .NET 8 on the PC. Windows 11 and 10 need it.
- Choose the recovery mode first. Brute Force suits no hint and Mask suits a known part.
- Test the free demo on your archive before you pay. Download the demo edition and see two characters.
System lines match the version and system table below. Microsoft facts follow the page linked in the Sources.
ZIP Password Recovery Pricing
Start with the free demo, then buy one licence. Both editions search the same way. Password length on screen is the only difference.
Demo Edition
Free
See two characters of the password
- ResultTwo characters
- Recovery modesBoth
- LicenceNot needed
Version 3.0, 77.70 MB, Windows
Full Edition
$19 one licence
See the full password
- ResultEntire password
- Recovery modesBoth
- DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout
Included in Both Editions Both editions search the same way and the password length on screen is the only difference
- Brute Force Attack
- Mask Attack
- Character Sets
- Length Range
- Prefix and Suffix
- Progress Bar
- Copy Password
- ZIP and ZIPX Files
Version, Size and System Requirements
Version, system needs and recovery details in one place.
| Version | 3.0 |
|---|---|
| File size | 77.70 MB |
| MD5 | 761849c6 |
| Windows versions | Windows 11, Windows 10 and Windows Server 2025 |
| Prerequisites | Microsoft .NET 8 |
| Hardware | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 at 2.40 GHz, 4 GB RAM and 100 MB free hard disk space |
| Free demo limit | First two characters of the password |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Input | One password protected ZIP or ZIPX file |
|---|---|
| Encryption | AES 256, ZipCrypto and legacy ZIP encryption |
| Recovery modes | Unknown Password (Brute Force) and Partial Known Password (Mask) |
| Character sets | Uppercase, lowercase, numbers, special characters and spaces |
| Length | Up to 15 characters |
| Mask options | Prefix and suffix |
| Progress | Progress bar with an estimated time |
| Result | Password in the Recovery Status table with a Copy Password button |
Windows File Explorer vs PCVITA ZIP Password Recovery
What Microsoft documents about encrypted archives next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your file.
| Point | Windows | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Encrypted archives | Windows 11 24H2 does not support operations on them | Finds the password so any archive tool opens the file |
| Recommended route | Third party tools | Search on your PC with two modes |
| Lost password | Not described | Brute Force and Mask attacks |
| Encryption types | Not described | All three encryption types |
| Archive types | Not described | ZIP and ZIPX files |
| Progress | Not described | Progress bar with a time estimate |
| Price | Included with Windows | Free demo, full edition $19 |
Microsoft facts come from the Microsoft page on zipping and unzipping files. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.
Quick Checks Before You Start Recovery
- Share your hints. Select only character sets you are sure about.
- Narrow the length. A tight range saves time.
- Try Mask first. Use Mask mode when you know how the password begins or ends.
- Repair first. Fix a damaged archive before you start.
Need more password tools? Open Word Password Recovery or PDF Password Recovery.
Sources for Microsoft Facts The page behind the facts on this page
- Microsoft SupportZip and unzip files
ZIP Password Recovery FAQs
Answers to questions users ask before they start a recovery, grouped by topic.
Recovery and Options How the software behaves with your archive
How do I recover a ZIP password with PCVITA software?
Six steps finish the job.
- Step 1. Install the software and open it.
- Step 2. Click Browse.
- Step 3. Find the locked file.
- Step 4. Fix the mode and the settings.
- Step 5. Begin the scan.
- Step 6. Copy the result.
Which recovery modes does the software offer?
Two modes. Unknown Password uses a Brute Force attack. Partial Known Password uses a Mask attack.
What separates Brute Force from Mask?
Mask uses what you remember. Brute Force tests combinations with no hint. Mask adds a prefix and a suffix so the search tests fewer combinations.
Which archive types does the software open?
ZIP and ZIPX. Archives from common ZIP tools load for recovery.
Which encryption types does the software handle?
AES 256, ZipCrypto and legacy ZIP encryption.
Can I recover a password I only partly remember?
Yes. Choose Partial Known Password and type the prefix or the suffix you remember.
How long can the password be?
Up to 15 characters. Set the minimum and the maximum length before you click Recover.
Can the software open a corrupt locked ZIP?
No. Repair a damaged archive first and then start the recovery.
Does my archive leave my computer?
No. The search happens on your PC.
Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price
What does the free demo do?
It shows two characters. The demo searches the same way. The full edition shows the entire password.
How much does the full edition cost?
$19 for one licence. The full edition carries a 30 day money back guarantee. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.
Where can I download the software?
Click Download Now on this page. Version 3.0 of the demo edition weighs 77.70 MB and installs on Windows. Test the demo on your archive before you buy.
Compatibility and Setup Windows versions and prerequisites
Which Windows versions does the software need?
Windows 11, Windows 10 and Windows Server 2025. You need Microsoft .NET 8 and 100 MB free disk space. 4 GB RAM is needed.
Does recovery time depend on the password?
Yes. Length and complexity decide the time. Hints shorten it.
Is there a Mac edition?
Yes. A Mac edition exists. This page covers the Windows edition.
Question not answered here? Ask on Live Chat or write to us from the Contact Us page.
Awards for PCVITA Software
Badges earned by PCVITA software.
GearDownload: 100% clean badge, no spyware, adware or viruses found in PCVITA software.
DownloadAtoZ: 5 star award badge for PCVITA software. See every badge on the PCVITA awards page.
Key Takeaways on ZIP Password Recovery
Five facts to keep from this page.
- Two modes. Brute Force for no hint and Mask for a known part.
- Your hints. Character sets, a length range, a prefix and a suffix shorten the search.
- All encryption types. AES 256, ZipCrypto and legacy encryption work.
- Copy Password. One click copies the result for your archive tool.
- Demo and price. Free demo shows two characters. Full edition costs $19 per licence and carries a money back guarantee.
Recover Your ZIP Password Today
Download the free demo, add your protected archive and see two characters before you buy the full edition.
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