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Basic information about KLQ file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension KLQ（*.KLQ or *.klq）, 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 KLQ file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about KLQ file extension: Kaspersky Quarantine File

File type Kaspersky Quarantine File Category Encoded Files
Developer Kaspersky File format N/A
Description KLQ file is a Kaspersky Quarantine File developed by Kaspersky. Quarantine file created by Kaspersky software products, such as Anti-Virus and Internet Security; contains viruses encrypted and quarantined by Kaspersky products.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert KLQ files

Windows		 Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2017
Kaspersky Internet Security 2017

macOS		 Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac



Can't open a KLQ 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.KLQ”。

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 KLQ extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support KLQ 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 KLQ 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 KLQ file?

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

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

If the KLQ 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.