Check Word Document Health & Detect Macros Free
Non-destructively inspect .docx container integrity, verify OpenXML syntax, and detect unexpected embedded VBA macros before opening files.
Drop your Microsoft Word (.docx) here, or browse file
Supports .docx files up to 50 MB · Processed privately in memory
How to Check Word Document Health & Detect Macros Free
DocxLab's health checker performs a non-destructive audit of any Microsoft Word (.docx) file. Without modifying your original document, it verifies whether internal XML streams are well-formed, checks if required relationship manifests exist, and scans the archive for hidden binary VBA macros before you open suspicious email attachments.
Upload Document
Select your .docx file for non-destructive auditing. Files are inspected in temporary memory and never stored or retained.
Validate Schema & Macros
The auditor validates package manifests, tests XML well-formedness, and checks for embedded vbaProject.bin code files.
Review Audit Verdict
Receive an instant report with estimated paragraph/word counts, macro risk alerts, and direct repair links if errors were flagged.
Privacy & Technical Note: Non-destructive inspection means your original bytes remain unaltered. If corruption or macro risks are discovered, you can optionally launch DocxLab Repair with one click.
Frequently Asked Questions about Word Document Health Checker
Why should I check Word document health and detect macros before opening files?
Macro-enabled documents (.docm or renamed .docx) can carry automated VBA scripts that execute arbitrary code. Auditing container health and detecting embedded macros protects your workstation from unexpected payload execution.
Does this tool modify or re-save my file during the health check?
No. The health checker is strictly read-only and non-destructive. It decompresses the archive to verify internal schemas and reports findings without changing any document contents.
Can this tool detect hidden or obfuscated VBA projects?
Yes. It inspects internal package parts for vbaProject.bin and vbaData.xml binary streams, which are required for any Office macro to run regardless of file extension.
What if the audit reports that my document is corrupted?
DocxLab provides a direct button to transfer your document directly to the DocxLab Word Repair tool without re-uploading, allowing you to fix structural XML issues in seconds.