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Basic information about RFN file

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

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


1.Detail information about RFN file extension: RoboForm Safenote File

File type RoboForm Safenote File Category Misc Files
Developer Siber Systems File format Binary
Description RFN file is a RoboForm Safenote File developed by Siber Systems. Safenote file created by RoboForm, a program used for securely storing personal information; contains a secret text fragment, such as an ATM password or a lock key combination; used to safely save and review sensitive personal information.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RFN files

Windows		 Siber Systems RoboForm
RoboForm for Chrome
RoboForm for Firefox
RoboForm for Internet Explorer
RoboForm for Opera
RoboForm for Other Browsers
RoboForm2Go for U3 Drives
RoboForm2Go for USB Drives

macOS		 RoboForm for Safari on Mac

Android		 RoboForm for Android

iOS		 RoboForm for iPhone/iPad/iPod



Can't open a RFN 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.RFN”。

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 RFN extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the RFN 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.