.FLK File Extension

FLK files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: AccountEdge Company Lock File

An FLK file secures .MYO files. It is used when multiple AccountEdge users access the same company file. The FLK file allows one user to work at a time. This avoids duplicate and conflicting edits. Af...

General Information

Title FLK File Extension
Extension .flk
Full Form AccountEdge Company Lock File
File Type Lock File
Developer MYOB Technology
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Ensure single user access
Additional Functions Prevent concurrent access
Features Lock mechanism, Temporary

File Characteristics

Quality Not applicable
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable No

Use Cases

Accounting Data Yes
File Locking Yes
Data Integrity Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks None inherent
Best Practices Proper server setup, Regular backups

Historical/Version Information

Associated with AccountEdge software
Relevance Current

Associated Types

Related Extensions .myo, .prm, .myox

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
AccountEdge Paid Windows, Mac

Type 2: Folder Lock File

Files with flk extension can mainly be found as encrypted files protected by the Folder Lock program. Use Folder Lock to work with the *.flk files. An FLK file secures .MYO files when multiple Account...

General Information

Title FLK File Extension
Extension .flk
Full Form Folder Lock File
File Type Lock File
Developer NewSoftwares.net
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Secure folders
Additional Functions Encrypt files, Hide content
Features Password protection, Encryption

File Characteristics

Quality Encrypted content
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Personal Data Protection Yes
Corporate Data Security Yes
Privacy Management Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Password cracking
Best Practices Strong password, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2002
Latest Version Varies with software updates

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .vault, .safe, .lock

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Folder Lock Paid Windows