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Basic information about CDB file

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

There are 11 file types using the CDB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CDB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CDB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CDB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CDB file?
  • How to open a CDB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CDB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CDB file?
  • How to convert CDB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CDB file format?


1.Detail information about CDB file extension: Symbian Phonebook Database

File type Symbian Phonebook Database Category Database Files
Developer Nokia File format Binary
Description CDB file is a Symbian Phonebook Database developed by Nokia. Database file created by Symbian OS mobile devices, such as Nokia phones; contains phonebook contacts, including names, addresses, and phone numbers; used to backup and synchronize contacts between a computer and a Symbian OS device.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDB files

Windows		 Nokia PC Suite
Nokisoft Noki

macOS		 Nokia PC Suite


2.Detail information about CDB file extension: CardScan Contacts Database

File type CardScan Contacts Database Category Database Files
Developer CardScan File format Binary
Description CDB file is a CardScan Contacts Database developed by CardScan.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDB files

Windows		 CardScan
CardScan AutoSync

macOS
 CardScan


3.Detail information about CDB file extension: Pocket Access Database

File type Pocket Access Database Category Database Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description CDB file is a Pocket Access Database developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDB files

Windows		 Microsoft ActiveSync


4.Detail information about CDB file extension: Borland Turbo C Main Database File

File type Borland Turbo C Main Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDB file is a Borland Turbo C Main Database File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDB files

Windows		 C++ Builder


5.Detail information about CDB file extension: One Page From A ROM With A View Project File

File type One Page From A ROM With A View Project File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDB file is a One Page From A ROM With A View Project File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDB files

Windows		 ROM with a View


6.Detail information about CDB file extension: PowerDesigner Conceptual Model Backup

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

Windows		 PowerDesigner


7.Detail information about CDB file extension: FreeOTFE Key File

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

Windows		 FreeOTFE


8.Detail information about CDB file extension: SIR-C Compressed Data Product File

File type SIR-C Compressed Data Product File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDB file is a SIR-C Compressed Data Product File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDB files

Windows		 ENVI


9.Detail information about CDB file extension: 20-20 Giza Studio Specifier Design File

File type 20-20 Giza Studio Specifier Design File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDB file is a 20-20 Giza Studio Specifier Design File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDB files

Windows		 20-20 Giza Studio


10.Detail information about CDB file extension: SeeYou Waypoint File

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

Windows		 SeeYou


11.Detail information about CDB file extension: The Cleaner Trojan Database File

File type The Cleaner Trojan Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDB file is a The Cleaner Trojan Database File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDB files

Windows		 The Cleaner



How to convert CDB files to another file format?

There are 5 records in our database eligible for CDB files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve CDB to another files conversion, you may use the option.

CDB to ARC CDB to CSV CDB to VCARD CDB to VCF
CDB to XLS


How to convert another files to CDB file format?

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

MMS to CDB N-GAGE to CDB NPM to CDB MDB to CDB
NRT to CDB REL to CDB VMG to CDB UPF to CDB


Can't open a CDB 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.CDB”。

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 CDB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CDB 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.