Data-tier Application Component Package
General Information
| Title | DAC Package File |
| Extension | .dacpac |
| Full Form | Data-tier Application Component Package |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Manage database schema |
| Additional Functions | Schema export, Schema import |
| Features | Versioning, Deployment |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Database Deployment | Yes |
| Database Version Control | Yes |
| Schema Comparison | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Encrypted connections, Permissions |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated with | SQL Server versions |
| Notable Changes | Feature updates, Compatibility changes |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bacpac, .mdf, .ldf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio |
Free | Windows |
 Azure Data Studio |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Visual Studio |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
| SQLPackage |
Free | Windows, Linux, Docker |