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ECF files: All you need to know

How to open files with extension ECF

ECF File

Did your computer fail to open an ECF file? We explain what they are used for and recommend software that we know can open or otherwise handle your .ECF files.

What is an ECF file?

Files that contain the .ecf file extension are most commonly associated with the Microsoft Outlook email and calendar software application.

The ECF files that are used with the Microsoft Outlook software contain add-ins that allow users to install extra features into the Outlook application. The add-in files can be managed using the Add-In Manager that is found in the "Advanced Options feature in the Outlook program.

The Microsoft Exchange Server also uses the .ecf file suffix. These ECF files contain exchange extended configuration files, which are the configuration files that are used to configure the Microsoft Exchange software program.

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While we know of one file format using the .ECF file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .ECF file.

Various ECF file openers, viewers, etc.

These apps are known to open certain types of ECF files. Remember, different programs may use ECF files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

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We have not verified any software that we know for certain will work with ECF-files on Mac. If you know one, please use the 'Suggest a program' link below and tell us about it!
We have not verified any web services that we know for certain will work with ECF-files. If you know one, please use the 'Suggest a program' link below and tell us about it!