Amateur Data Interchange Format
General Information
| Title | ADIF File Extension |
| Extension | .adif |
| Full Form | Amateur Data Interchange Format |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Amateur Radio Community |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store logs |
| Additional Functions | Data exchange |
| Features | Text-based, Structured |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on data |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Amateur Radio | Yes |
| Logbook Tracking | Yes |
| Contest Logging | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Verify imports |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1996 |
| Latest Update | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .log, .csv, .txt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 N1MM Logger+ |
Free | Windows |
| Ham Radio Deluxe |
Paid | Windows |
| Logbook of The World (LoTW) |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Web |