File Extension Library


.APPCACHE File Extension

  • Category: Web Files
  • Format: Text

What are .APPCACHE files and how to open them?

Can't open .APPCACHE file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .APPCACHE file.

What is a .APPCACHE file extension?

.APPCACHE file extension has been classified as Web Files. The format of .APPCACHE file is Text

.APPCACHE is HTML5 Cache Manifest File

An APPCACHE file is a file used by web browsers to enable accessibility of web applications when there is no network connection. It contains copies of resources that make up web applications, such as image (.PNG, .GIF, etc.), .CSS, and .JS files, and are identified by URLs.

APPCACHE files are created to allow web applications to run without an Internet connection, reduce the server load, and hasten webpage load time.

The APPCACHE file consists of four optional sections:

  • CACHE - Lists all resources that need to be downloaded and locally stored.
  • NETWORK - Lists all URLs that are loaded via Internet and won't be cached.
  • FALLBACK - Lists replacements for network URLs that are used if the web browser is offline.
  • SETTINGS - Determines settings for application cache behavior.

How to fix problems with .APPCACHE files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .APPCACHE files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .APPCACHE file format
  2. You need to check the .APPCACHE file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)