.JPS File Extension

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

Type 1: Stereo JPEG Image

The JPS format splits files to encrypted blocks. It uses compression. The extension may be for multi-part archives. The jps file extension contains two images side by side, one for each eye. It is oft...

General Information

Title JPS File Extension
Extension .jps
Full Form Stereo JPEG Image File
File Type Image File
Developer Joint Photographic Experts Group
MIME Type image/jpeg

File Function

Primary Function Store images
Additional Functions Store stereoscopic images
Features JPEG compression, Two images

File Characteristics

Quality High, Lossy compression
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

3D Photography Yes
Virtual Reality Yes
Gaming Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Malware embedding
Best Practices Regular scanning, Trust sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release JPEG: 1992, JPS: Date unknown
Latest Version JPEG Standard (ITU-T T.81)

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .bmp

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Adobe Photoshop Paid Windows, Mac
StereoPhoto Maker Free Windows
GIMP Free Windows, Mac, Linux

Type 2: Akeeba Backup Archive

The JPS format is designed to create large archives using PHP code only. It is similar to .JPA but more secure. The format divides the file descriptor and data into 64 KB encrypted blocks using AES-12...

General Information

Title JPS File Extension
Extension .jps
Full Form Akeeba Backup Archive
File Type Backup File
Developer Akeeba Ltd
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Website backup
Additional Functions Data archiving, Site transfer
Features Encrypted, Compressed

File Characteristics

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

Use Cases

Website Backup Yes
Site Migration Yes
Data Recovery Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Unauthorized access
Best Practices Secure storage, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Depends on Akeeba Backup version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .zip, .jpa, .tar, .gzip

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Akeeba Backup Free, Paid versions Cross-platform
Kickstart Free Cross-platform