File Extension | CRYPT |
Full Name | WhatsApp Messenger Encrypted Message Database Backup |
The CRYPT extension uses a popular messenger called WhatsApp in its files. CRYPT files are used to store a backup of both incoming and outgoing messages. It is an encrypted format. Such a copy of the message database is usually named msgstore.db.crypt.
File Extension | CRYPT8 |
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File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "CRYPT") to another (referred to as "CRYPT8"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, CRYPT file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format CRYPT to format CRYPT8 becomes essential.
So, how can we perform CRYPT to CRYPT8 file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format CRYPT and transforming it into format CRYPT8. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of CRYPT to CRYPT8 converters.
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of CRYPT to CRYPT8. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the CRYPT file:
File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.