.CRYPT5 File Extension

WhatsApp Encrypted Database File

The crypt5 file extension is associated with the WhatsApp an instant messaging service and client for systems. The crypt5 file stores encrypted database with saved conversations. WhatsApp Messenger us...

General Information

Title .crypt5 File Extension
Extension .crypt5
Full Form WhatsApp Encrypted Database File
File Type Database File
Developer WhatsApp Inc.
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store messages
Additional Functions Data backup, Restore conversations
Features Encrypted, WhatsApp-specific

File Characteristics

Quality High security
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Message Storage Yes
Data Transfer Yes
Data Recovery Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Limited access
Best Practices Regular backup, Secure storage

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Pre-2014
Latest Version Superseded by .crypt12

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .crypt, .crypt12, .db.crypt12

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
WhatsApp Free Android, iOS
WhatsApp Viewer Free Windows
Other Third-party Tools Varies Varies