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Basic information about BUP file

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

There are 5 file types using the BUP file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the BUP file with their brief description and a list of programs that support BUP file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the BUP file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the BUP file?
  • How to open a BUP file?
  • What programs do I need to open a BUP file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a BUP file?
  • How to convert BUP files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to BUP file format?


1.Detail information about BUP file extension: DVD IFO Backup File

File type DVD IFO Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format Text
Description BUP file is a DVD IFO Backup File. A BUP file is a backup of an .IFO file from a DVD video disc. It stores information about the content of the DVD and may be accessed if the VIDEO_TS.IFO file cannot be read. BUP files are not encrypted.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BUP files

Windows		 Nero 2018
CyberLink PowerDVD 17
Corel WinDVD 12
Nero ShowTime
Windows DVD Maker

macOS		 Apple DVD Studio Pro
Roxio Popcorn
Roxio Toast 16


2.Detail information about BUP file extension: McAfee Quarantined File

File type McAfee Quarantined File Category Misc Files
Developer McAfee File format Zip
Description BUP file is a McAfee Quarantined File developed by McAfee.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BUP files

Windows		 McAfee Total Protection
McAfee Internet Security
McAfee Antivirus Plus


3.Detail information about BUP file extension: Backup File

File type Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BUP file is a Backup File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BUP files

Windows		 Open with original program


4.Detail information about BUP file extension: Brother Embroidery System Data

File type Brother Embroidery System Data Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BUP file is a Brother Embroidery System Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BUP files


5.Detail information about BUP file extension: PC-Bibliothek Update File

File type PC-Bibliothek Update File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BUP file is a PC-Bibliothek Update File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BUP files



How to convert BUP files to another file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for BUP files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve BUP to another files conversion, you may use the option.

BUP to DAT BUP to MP3 BUP to MP4


Can't open a BUP 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.BUP”。

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 BUP extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the BUP 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.