File extension .PGD
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Pretty Good Privacy PGPdisk Image Format | Symantec | Disk Image Files |
The PGD file extension is associated with the data encryption software Pretty Good Privacy ( PGP), developed by PGP Corporation. A PGD file is a disk image containing a securely encrypted version of another file. Subsequently, it allows the contents of the original file, such as private documents or sensitive data, to be password protected and inaccessible by unauthorized parties.
File Description
A PGD file is generated when users encrypt an existing file using PGP’s data encryption and decryption functionalities. The encryption process requires a passphrase to be defined which serves as protection against anyone trying to decrypt the file without authorization. After encryption, the user can keep the original file hidden away while sharing the encrypted version with other parties. Those who receive the PGD can only decrypt that file if they know the correct passphrase and have a working installation of PGP. Similar formats used for encryption include GPG, PGP, and SKR.
Compatibility
A PGD file can be opened on any operating system with a working copy of PGP Desktop software ( PGP Desktop) installed on it. In addition, several other third-party software programs such as Symantec Encryption Desktop compatible with Windows, MacOS and Linux as well as GNU Privacy Guard (GPG) are also capable of opening these files. However, it should be noted that these third-party programs may only allow viewing or extracting the contents of the encrypted file and cannot decrypt them due to their limited feature set.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .PGD) 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 .PGD 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 .PGD 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 .PGD 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 .PGD extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .PGD file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .PGD 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 .PGD file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .PGD file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .PGD 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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