BAK files exist as 11 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Chromium Bookmarks Backup
Chromium browsers like Google Chrome make Bookmarks.bak files. These are bookmark snapshots. The files are in your Chromium profile folder. On Windows, check C:\Users\Username\AppData\Local\Chromium\U...
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | Backup File |
Developer | |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store bookmarks backup |
Additional Functions | Restore data |
Features | JSON formatted, Backup copy |
File Characteristics
Quality | High integrity |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Yes, with text editor |
Use Cases
Data Recovery | Yes |
Data Transfer | Yes |
Profile Restore | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Contains sensitive data |
Best Practices | Regular backups, Encrypt file |
Historical/Version Information
Associated with | Chrome updates |
File Format Changes | As per browser version |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .json, .htm, .html |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Google Chrome | Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS |
Chromium | Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome OS |
Firefox (with import) | Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Backup File
In computing, ".bak" is a filename extension used to signify a backup copy of a file. The program may first make a copy of the existing file, with .bak appended to the filename, before it overwrites a...
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | Backup File |
Developer | Various |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream, application/backup |
File Function
Primary Function | Store backup |
Additional Functions | Data recovery, Data preservation |
Features | Redundancy, Portability |
File Characteristics
Quality | Varies |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
Data Backup | Yes |
System Restoration | Yes |
Version Control | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Data leak |
Best Practices | Encryption, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Varies |
Latest Version | Varies |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .tmp, .old, .orig |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
SQL Server Management Studio | Free | Windows |
Various Applications | Varies | Varies |
Type 3: Act! Database Backup
A .bak file is usually a backup file. It is used by software to store backups of data. From a database view, Microsoft SQL Server uses .bak files for storing database contents. The files store all dat...
General Information
Title | .BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | Database Backup |
Developer | Swiftpage |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Data backup |
Additional Functions | Disaster recovery |
Features | Data integrity, Restore point |
File Characteristics
Quality | Exact copy |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Not directly |
Use Cases
Data Protection | Yes |
System Migration | Yes |
Recovery Testing | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Data exposure |
Best Practices | Encryption, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 1987 |
Associated Software | Act! version history |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .alf, .adf, .pad |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Act! CRM | Commercial | Windows |
SQL Server | Commercial | Windows, Linux, Docker |
Type 4: Finale 2012 Score Backup
A BAK file contains a copy of a musical score made in Finale, a music notation program. Finale saves scores as .MUS files. By default, Finale makes a BAK file when saving a .MUS file. BAK files use th...
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension (Finale) |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | Backup File |
Developer | MakeMusic |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store backup |
Additional Functions | Data recovery |
Features | Auto-generated, Identical copy |
File Characteristics
Quality | High fidelity |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Via Finale |
Use Cases
Score Editing | Yes |
Data Recovery | Yes |
File Versioning | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low risk |
Best Practices | Regular backups, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
Associated with | Finale 2012 |
File Format Evolution | Varies by Finale version |
Associated Types
Primary File | .musx (Finale) |
Previous Versions | .mus (Finale) |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Finale 2012 | Paid | Windows, Mac |
Type 5: MobileTrans Backup
To create and manage .bak files, users rely on MobileTrans’s “Backup & Restore”. It initiates backup, storing data safely for future transfers between devices. Key Features. To use a .bak file...
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | MobileTrans Backup File |
File Type | Backup File |
Developer | Wondershare |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store backups |
Additional Functions | Data transfer |
Features | Encrypted, Compressed |
File Characteristics
Quality | High fidelity |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | No |
Use Cases
Data Backup | Yes |
Data Restore | Yes |
Device Migration | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Data breach |
Best Practices | Password protection, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Varies |
Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .backup, .old, .orig |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Wondershare MobileTrans | Paid | Windows, Mac |
Type 6: VEGAS Video Project Backup
A .bak file refers to a backup file created by VEGAS Pro video editing software. VEGAS Pro automatically generates these .bak files as you work to recover your work if the project file corrupts. The ....
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | VEGAS Video Project Backup File |
File Type | Backup File |
Developer | MAGIX Software GmbH |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store backup |
Additional Functions | Data recovery |
Features | Project preservation, Error recovery |
File Characteristics
Quality | High fidelity |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | Depends on project |
Editable | Via VEGAS Pro |
Use Cases
Video Editing | Yes |
Project Recovery | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low risk |
Best Practices | Regular backups, Safe storage |
Historical/Version Information
Associated with | Sony Vegas, MAGIX VEGAS |
File Format Evolution | Adapted to software versions |
Associated Types
Primary Type | .veg |
Related Extensions | .vf, .sfl |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
VEGAS Pro | Paid | Windows |
Type 7: Microsoft SQL Server Database Backup
They are generated using SQL Server's backup functionality. Data Recovery: .bak files provide a means to recover a database in case of data loss or corruption. By restoring a database from a .bak file...
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | Database Backup File |
Developer | Microsoft |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store database backup |
Additional Functions | Data recovery, Migration |
Features | Binary format, Portable |
File Characteristics
Quality | High reliability |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
Data Backup | Yes |
Disaster Recovery | Yes |
Database Migration | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
Best Practices | Encryption, Access controls |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | SQL Server 7.0 (1998) |
Latest Version | SQL Server 2022 (as of 2023) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .mdf, .ldf, .ndf |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Microsoft SQL Server | Commercial | Windows, Linux |
SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) | Free | Windows |
Type 8: Terraria World or Player Backup
Backing up your Terraria worlds and characters is essential. It prevents loss of progress or characters. The game copies world files when you back up. It adds a .wld.bak extension. The “.wld” file...
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | Game Backup File |
Developer | Re-Logic |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store backup |
Additional Functions | Data recovery |
Features | World/player save, Redundancy |
File Characteristics
Quality | High fidelity |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
Gameplay Restoration | Yes |
Data Migration | Yes |
Editing Worlds | With TEdit |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Regular backups, Safe storage |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | May 2011 |
Latest Version | Terraria 1.4.3 |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .wld, .plr |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Terraria | Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux, Console, Mobile |
TEdit | Free | Windows |
Terraria Server | Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 9: AutoCAD Drawing Backup
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | CAD File Backup |
Developer | Autodesk |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store backup |
Additional Functions | Prevent data loss |
Features | Automatic creation, Recovery aid |
File Characteristics
Quality | Same as DWG |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | After rename |
Use Cases
Design Drafting | Yes |
Engineering Drawings | Yes |
3D Modeling | Possible |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Regular backup, File management |
Historical/Version Information
Associated With | DWG files |
AutoCAD Release | Varies by version |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .dwg, .dxf, .dwf |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
AutoCAD | Subscription | Windows, Mac |
AutoCAD LT | Subscription | Windows, Mac |
DraftSight | Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 10: Holo Launcher Backup
You can open a Holo Launcher BAK file in Holo Launcher for Froyo (Android). Doing so will apply the settings and shortcuts the BAK file contains. A BAK file may also be a backup file created by Taskba...
General Information
Title | .BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | Backup File |
Developer | Mobint Software |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store backups |
Additional Functions | Restore settings, Transfer settings |
File Characteristics
Quality | High integrity |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | No |
Use Cases
Device Migration | Yes |
Data Recovery | Yes |
Settings Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Data leak if mishandled |
Best Practices | Regular backups, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Corresponds to app |
Latest Version | Varies with app update |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .cfg backup, .prefs |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Holo Launcher | Free | Android |
Type 11: Taskbar Settings Backup
General Information
Title | BAK File Extension |
Extension | .bak |
Full Form | Backup File |
File Type | Backup File |
Developer | Various |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store backup |
Additional Functions | Data recovery |
Features | Data preservation |
File Characteristics
Quality | Exact copy |
Supports Layers | N/A |
Supports Transparency | N/A |
Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
System Restore | Yes |
Data Recovery | Yes |
Version Rollback | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Data leakage |
Best Practices | Encryption, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Varies |
Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .tmp, .old, .orig |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Windows OS | Inherent feature | Windows |
Backup Software | Free, Paid | Varies |
File Managers | Free, Paid | Varies |