File Extension Library


.ICHAT File Extension

  • Developer by: Apple
  • Category: Data Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .ICHAT files and how to open them?

Can't open .ICHAT 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 .ICHAT file.

What is a .ICHAT file extension?

.ICHAT file extension is created by Apple. .ICHAT has been classified as Data Files. The format of .ICHAT file is Binary.

.ICHAT is iChat Saved Chat Log

Save file created by iChat, an online chatting application included with Mac OS X; saves the currently opened chat log and enables the user to review past discussions; created by choosing File → Save a Copy As... in the iChat application menu.

ICHAT files are saved in a binary format and therefore cannot be viewed with a text editor. However, if you double-click an ICHAT file on a Mac, iChat will automatically open it to reveal the chat log.

NOTE: iChat was replaced by Messages in 2012.

List of all softwares that can open the iChat Saved Chat Log
Mac
Apple iChat

How to fix problems with .ICHAT files

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