UPG File

What are UPG files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening an UPG file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.

What is an UPG file?

Files that contain the .upg file extension are most commonly associated with firmware upgrade files. These UPG files contain the firmware upgrade data that adds new and updated versions of the firmware and added functions to an associated hardware device.

A variety of firmware applications use the .upg file extension for many different hardware devices, such as the Pioneer DVJ-1000 and devices using the Verizon Versalink.

The SIEMENS Automation License Manager also uses the .upg file extension. These files contain license files for the software application, storing a user's license information and ensuring that unauthorized use of the software is not allowed.

How to open UPG files

Important: Different programs may use files with the UPG file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your UPG file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested six different UPG openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: July 26, 2017

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of UPG files. Remember, different programs may use UPG 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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