Microsoft Excel security, protect excel fie, encrypt, restrict access to spreadsheets, VBA code

Microsoft Excel security, protect excel file, encrypt, restrict access to spreadsheets, VBA code


Frequently Asked Questions


This FAQ page is superseeded by our comprehensive user guide available via this link.


What methods could someone use to retrieve the data protected by XLSafe?

XLSafe PRO files employ advance security features which will deter any potential intruders for your spreadsheets. However, we think it's wise for you to know that there are also other threats outside Microsoft Excel in a general IT environment which are listed below. Therefore, security solutions might not prevent types of attacks such as:

  • Content from being erased, stolen, or captured and transmitted by malicious programs such as Trojan horses, keystroke loggers, and certain types of spyware
  • Content from being lost or corrupted because of the actions of computer viruses
  • Restricted content from being hand-copied or retyped from a display on a recipient's screen
  • A recipient from taking a digital photograph of the restricted content displayed on a screen
  • Restricted content from being copied by using third-party screen-capture programs or Windows screen capturing functionality

Do you provide Microsoft ® Excel consulting services?

Yes, we can provide a plethora of consulting services to our clients with regards to the Microsoft Excel application including development of bespoke VBA applications and spreadsheet models as well as customising the XLSafe application to a particular client's needs. Please contact us directly for more information.

Can you protect VBA (macros) code and/ or Microsoft ® Excel Add-Ins?

Yes, you can use our innovative VBASafe application to protect your VBA (macros) code and Microsoft Excel Add-ins in an instant.