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Basic information about VCARD file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension VCARD(*.VCARD or *.vcard), you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the VCARD file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the VCARD file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the VCARD file with their brief description and a list of programs that support VCARD file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the VCARD file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the VCARD file?
  • How to open a VCARD file?
  • What programs do I need to open a VCARD file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a VCARD file?
  • How to convert VCARD files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to VCARD file format?


1.Detail information about VCARD file extension: VCard

File type VCard Category Page Layout Files
Developer Apple, Inc. File format N/A
Description VCARD file is a VCard developed by Apple, Inc.. VCARD filename suffix is mostly used for VCard files. VCard format was developed by Apple, Inc.. Files with VCARD extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with VCARD extension are categorized as Document Files files. The Document Files subset comprises 574 various file formats. Users are advised to use SoftSpire vCard Converter software for managing VCARD files, although 4 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named SoftSpire vCard Converter was created by SoftSpire inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and VCARD files, check the developer’s official website.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VCARD files

Windows
CSV to vCard
Samsung Kies
SoftSpire vCard Converter

macOS
AB2CSV
Apple Calendar (iCal)



How to convert VCARD files to another file format?

There are 9 records in our database eligible for VCARD files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve VCARD to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to VCARD file format?

There are 30 records in our database eligible for another files to VCARD file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to VCARD conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a VCARD file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.VCARD”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the VCARD extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support VCARD file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of VCARD files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a VCARD file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a VCARD file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a VCARD file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the VCARD file is damaged.
  • Whether the VCARD file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the VCARD file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the VCARD file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the VCARD file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a VCARD file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a VCARD file.

If the VCARD file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.