CDB files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Symbian Phonebook Database
The cdb file extension is used for a special business database from CardScan contact management systems, now called DYMO. Cdb files store a database of business cards. This file type is obsolete and n...
General Information
| Title | CDB File Extension |
| Extension | .cdb |
| Full Form | Symbian Phonebook Database |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Symbian Ltd. |
| MIME Type | application/x-cdb |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store contacts |
| Additional Functions | Backup, Transfer |
| Features | Indexed, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Contact Management | Yes |
| Phonebook Backup | Yes |
| Data Migration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Encrypted storage, Restricted access |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2000s |
| Latest Version | Dependent on device |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .nbu, .vcf, .csv |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Nokia PC Suite |
Free | Windows |
 NbuExplorer |
Free | Windows |
| Nokia Suite |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: CardScan Contacts Database
The .CDB file extension is used for database files. Specifically, it is used for Symbian OS phonebook contacts databases. These databases contain names, addresses, and phone numbers. They are used to ...
General Information
| Title | CDB File Extension |
| Extension | .cdb |
| Full Form | CardScan Contacts Database |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Corex Technologies |
| MIME Type | application/x-cdb |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store contact information |
| Additional Functions | Organize, search data |
| Features | Indexed, Structured |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly structured |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With proprietary software |
Use Cases
| Contact Management | Yes |
| Business Networking | Yes |
| CRM Systems | Possible integration |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Access control, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Dependent on software version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .csv, .vcf, .pst |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| CardScan |
Commercial | Windows |
| DYMO Label Software |
Free with device | Windows, Mac |
Type 3: Pocket Access Database
General Information
| Title | CDB File Extension |
| Extension | .cdb |
| Full Form | Pocket Access Database |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.ms-pocket-access |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Data retrieval, Data manipulation |
| Features | Structured data, Mobile database |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Dependent on usage |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Mobile Applications | Yes |
| Data Tracking | Yes |
| Offline Databases | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Late 1990s |
| Latest Version | Associated with Windows Mobile 6.5 (2009) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mdb, .accdb, .sqlite |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft ActiveSync |
Free | Windows |
 Pocket Access |
Part of Windows Mobile | Windows Mobile |