File extension .CRYPT
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| WhatsApp Messenger Encrypted Message Database Backup | WhatsApp Inc. | Encoded&Encrypted Files |
CRYPT is the .CRYPT file type, which is related to the WhatsApp Messenger multi-platform encrypted messaging and voice calling application developed by Facebook. The CRYPT file extension is used to save user-created WhatsApp Messenger backups in an encrypted cloud-based format. A CRYPT file contains data essential for restoring a chat history or media library, such as contact information, messages, multimedia attachments like images, videos, audio files and so forth.
Technical Details
CRYPT files are encrypted using AES-256 cipher encryption algorithm as well as SHA-256 checksum techniques. The files are created whenever a WhatsApp messenger user makes a backup either manually or by scheduling an automatic one. All changes in the message history are always reflected within subsequent backups, making them consistent for future restorations.
The CRYPT extension is common within WhatsApp Messenger application, although there are other similar extensions associated with chat histories, such as .BKP, .KBX, .ICBU, .MSG, VIPSSBKP, MSGBACKUP, and .JSON.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for Android system
Programs for IOS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .CRYPT) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .CRYPT extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .CRYPT file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .CRYPT extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .CRYPT extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .CRYPT file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .CRYPT file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .CRYPT file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .CRYPT file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .CRYPT file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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