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Basic information about DB.CRYPT7 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension DB.CRYPT7(*.DB.CRYPT7 or *.db.crypt7), 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 DB.CRYPT7 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the DB.CRYPT7 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DB.CRYPT7 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DB.CRYPT7 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DB.CRYPT7 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DB.CRYPT7 file?
  • How to open a DB.CRYPT7 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DB.CRYPT7 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DB.CRYPT7 file?
  • How to convert DB.CRYPT7 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DB.CRYPT7 file format?


1.Detail information about DB.CRYPT7 file extension: WhatsApp Messenger Encrypted Message Database Backup

File type WhatsApp Messenger Encrypted Message Database Backup Category Encoded Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB.CRYPT7 file is a WhatsApp Messenger Encrypted Message Database Backup. The db.crypt7 file extension is associated with the WhatsApp Messenger an instant messaging service and instant messaging client for various mobile platforms. The actual extension is just crypt7, the DB is part of the file name however. A crypt7 file stores encrypted and protected database with chat history.

WhatsApp Messenger also uses crypt, crypt5, crypt6 file extension for its encrypted databases.

The crypt7 file is encrypted by personal key stored in:

/data/data/com.whatsapp/files/key file

Tools that are able to decrypt *.crypt7 files, need this file. To grab it you need Root installed in your Android phone and use for example MyPhoneExplorer, or Root Explorer file manager and make a copy of key file.

By default, the file is called: msgstore.db.crypt7 and it is stored in phone SDcard/WhatsApp/Databases folder.

This db.crypt7 file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB.CRYPT7 files

Windows
WhatsApp Viewer

Android
WhatsApp Tri-Crypt (Omni-Crypt)
Chat Statistics
WhatsApp Tri-Crypt (Omni-Crypt)
WhatsApp for Android

iOS
WhatsApp for iPhone

Web
WhatCrypt Tools



How to convert DB.CRYPT7 files to another file format?

There are 8 records in our database eligible for DB.CRYPT7 files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve DB.CRYPT7 to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to DB.CRYPT7 file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to DB.CRYPT7 file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to DB.CRYPT7 conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a DB.CRYPT7 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.DB.CRYPT7”。

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 DB.CRYPT7 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support DB.CRYPT7 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 DB.CRYPT7 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 DB.CRYPT7 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a DB.CRYPT7 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 DB.CRYPT7 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the DB.CRYPT7 file is damaged.
  • Whether the DB.CRYPT7 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the DB.CRYPT7 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the DB.CRYPT7 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the DB.CRYPT7 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a DB.CRYPT7 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a DB.CRYPT7 file.

If the DB.CRYPT7 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.