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.DECRYPT File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Misc Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .DECRYPT files and how to open them?

Can't open .DECRYPT 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 .DECRYPT file.

What is a .DECRYPT file extension?

.DECRYPT file extension is created by Microsoft. .DECRYPT has been classified as Misc Files. The format of .DECRYPT file is Binary.

.DECRYPT is Decrypted Microsoft ESD File

File used by Microsoft's Electronic Software Download (ESD) technology, a software product that helps users install and upgrade purchased software online through the Microsoft store; used as a temporary file during the software installation process.

When upgrading to Microsoft Windows 8 using the Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant, you can find the DECRYPT file in the following directory:

C:\Users\[user]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\WebSetup\Download\

Common DECRYPT Filenames

WinPayload.esd.decrypt - A temporary decrypted version of the WinPayload.esd file used for upgrading Windows on the local computer.

How to fix problems with .DECRYPT files

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