Access VBA Password Remover

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Unlock Access VBA Database Files

Remove VBA project passwords from Access ACCDB, MDB, ACCDE and MDE files instantly. Regain access to locked database modules, forms, reports and automation code when passwords are forgotten or developers are unavailable. Works with Access 2007 through Microsoft 365.

  • Unlock password-protected ACCDB and MDB files
  • Access VBA modules, forms and report code
  • Works without Access installation
  • Supports Access 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, 2021, 365

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Access Database Unlocking

.ACCDB
Locked
.ACCDB
Unlocked
  • ✓ Edit VBA code in Access VBA Editor
  • ✓ Modify custom commands & utilities
  • ✓ Update legacy automation scripts
  • ✓ Debug and fix macro errors

4 Formats

.accdb, .mdb, .accde, .mde

Instant

Password removal

2007-365

Access versions

100%

Code integrity preserved

 Key Features

Access VBA Unlocking Features

Professional tools designed specifically for database application and automation recovery.

Instant

Instant VBA Unlocking

No brute force, no waiting. VBA project passwords are removed instantly regardless of password complexity. Get back to editing your Access VBA code in seconds.

Preserve

Access Object Model Preserved

All Access object model references, DAO and ADO libraries and linked table connections remain intact. Your VBA code works exactly as before after unlocking.

Standalone

No Access Required

Works independently without Access installation. Remove database passwords on any Windows computer - perfect for IT administrators without software licenses.

Preview

VBA Project Preview

View the complete VBA project structure before unlocking - standard modules, form and report code and class modules. Know exactly what automation code you're recovering.

Batch

Batch ACCDB Processing

Process entire folders of Access database files at once. Ideal for IT teams maintaining database applications across operations, inventory and CRM departments.

Backup

Automatic Backup

Original database files are automatically backed up before modification. Restore the password-protected version anytime if needed for compliance or rollback.

 Common Scenarios

When You Need to Unlock Access VBA Files

Operations and IT teams often encounter locked Access databases that need updating or debugging.

Developer

Database Developer Left

The developer who created your Access application has left the company. You own the database but can't modify the code to fix bugs or add features.

Upgrade

SQL Server Migration

Migrating Access backend to SQL Server requires updating VBA code for new connection strings. Locked modules prevent necessary modifications.

Debug

Form Errors

Your Access forms are throwing errors but you can't step through the code to debug because the VBA project is password protected.

Workflow

Business Logic Changes

Your company's business rules have changed and existing database logic needs updating. Validation rules, calculations or workflows have been revised.

Forgotten

Forgotten Password

You created the VBA password years ago and no longer remember it. The database works fine but you can't access the source code anymore.

Audit

Data Integrity Audit

Internal audit needs to review VBA code in business-critical databases. Password protection blocks the audit process.

 Step-by-Step Guide

How to Unlock Access VBA Password

Remove VBA project protection from Access database files in four simple steps.

1

Add Access Files

Launch the tool and add your password-protected Access database files (.accdb or .mdb).

2

Preview VBA Project

View the project structure - modules, forms, reports and class modules inside the database.

3

Remove Password

Click Remove Password. The VBA project protection is removed instantly.

4

Load in Access

Open the unlocked database in Access, press Alt+F11 and access your code freely.

 Compatibility

Access Version Support

Works with database files from all Access versions that support VBA.

Access Versions

  • Microsoft 365
  • Access 2024
  • Access 2021
  • Access 2019
  • Access 2016
  • Access 2013
  • Access 2010
  • Access 2007
  • Access 2003
  • Access 2002/XP
  • Access 2000
  • Access 97
  • Access Runtime
  • Earlier versions

Office Editions

  • Microsoft 365 Personal/Family
  • Microsoft 365 Business
  • Microsoft 365 Enterprise
  • Office Professional Plus
  • Office Standard

Note: All editions with VBA support use the same database formats.

Supported File Types

  • .accdb: Access 2007+ database
  • .mdb: Access 97-2003 database
  • .accde: Compiled Access database
  • .mde: Compiled Access 97-2003

Note: ACCDE/MDE have VBA compiled but project info accessible

 Understanding Access VBA

What is an Access VBA Database?

Access VBA databases contain Visual Basic for Applications code for database automation and business applications.

VBA Project Contents

  • Standard Modules: Shared Sub and Function procedures
  • Form Modules: Code behind each database form
  • Report Modules: Code behind each report
  • Class Modules: Custom objects and business logic
  • References: Links to ADO, DAO and external libraries

Common VBA Uses in Access

  • Form validation and business rules
  • Custom report generation
  • Data import/export automation
  • SQL query building and execution
  • Multi-user record locking
  • Integration with Excel and Outlook

 Finding Access Databases

Where to Find Access VBA Files

Common locations where Access database files are stored on your system.

Location Path
User Documents %USERPROFILE%\Documents\
Access Templates %APPDATA%\Microsoft\Templates\Access\
Trusted Locations %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Data Sources\
Network Location \\Server\Databases\ (company-specific)
Shared Backend \\Server\AccessBackend\ (split database)

How to Find VBA Projects in Access

In Access, press Alt + F11 to open VBA Editor or go to Database Tools → Visual Basic. Check File → Options → Trust Center → Trusted Locations to see configured database locations.

 After Unlocking

Opening Unlocked VBA in Access

How to open and edit your unlocked Access database in VBA Editor.

Method 1: VBA Editor

  1. Open the unlocked ACCDB file in Access
  2. Press Alt + F11 to open VBA Editor
  3. Expand project in Project Explorer
  4. Double-click modules to view code
  5. Edit code as needed
  6. Save database to preserve changes

Method 2: Database Tools

  1. Open the unlocked ACCDB file in Access
  2. Go to Database Tools → Visual Basic
  3. Or right-click a form and select Design View
  4. Click View Code in the ribbon
  5. VBA Editor opens with full access
  6. Use F5 to run, F8 to step through

VBA Project Now Accessible

After opening the unlocked database, you can view and edit all modules, form code and report code. The project will no longer prompt for a password when you try to access the code in VBA Editor.

 System Requirements

Product Specifications

Software Details

Product:Univik VBA Password Remover
Version:2.0
File Size:8.5 MB
Price:$29 (One-time)
Trial Limit:Preview only (save disabled)
Access Formats:.accdb, .mdb, .accde, .mde

System Requirements

OS:Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 7 (32/64-bit)
Server:Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016
RAM:2 GB minimum
Disk:50 MB free space
Access:Not required for password removal
.NET:Framework 4.8 or higher
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 Questions & Answers

Access VBA FAQ

An Access VBA project is the code stored inside a database file. It contains standard modules, form and report code and class modules. Developers often password-protect the VBA project to prevent unauthorized viewing or modification of source code, protect intellectual property or prevent accidental changes to production code.

Yes. The tool only removes the password protection. Your VBA code, modules, forms, reports, class modules and references stay completely intact along with all Access automation. The code will work exactly as it did before.

No. The VBA Password Remover works independently without Access. You can remove passwords on any Windows computer. However, you will need Access to open and edit the unlocked database afterward.

All Access versions that support VBA are compatible, from Access 97 through Access 2024 and Microsoft 365. This includes both the modern ACCDB format and the older MDB format.

Open the unlocked database in Access, then press Alt + F11 or go to Database Tools → Visual Basic to launch the VBA Editor. The project will no longer prompt for a password when you open the code.

Yes. Access includes built-in VBA support through the Visual Basic Editor in every version that has it. There is nothing extra to install. Press Alt + F11 inside Access to open the editor and work with your modules, forms and reports.

Yes. The tool supports batch processing. Add multiple Access database files and remove passwords from all of them in a single operation. This is useful for IT teams maintaining libraries of database applications.

Yes. The tool automatically creates a backup of the original password-protected database file before modification. You can restore the original version anytime if needed.

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Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 7 | Access not required | All versions supported

About This Tool

Univik VBA Password Remover supports Access ACCDB, MDB, ACCDE and MDE files as part of our comprehensive VBA unlocking solution. Since 2013, our tools have helped database administrators, developers and IT teams regain access to locked automation code across 14 different applications.

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