NDEF File Container
General Information
| Title | NFC File Extension |
| Extension | .nfc |
| Full Form | NDEF File Container |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | NFC Forum |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.nfc |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store NDEF messages |
| Additional Functions | Exchange data |
| Features | Structured, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Standardized |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Contactless Communication | Yes |
| Smart Posters | Yes |
| Bluetooth Pairing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data interception |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Limited range |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2003 |
| Latest Specification | NFC Forum - 2020 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ndef |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 NXP TagWriter |
Free | Android |
 NFC Tools |
Free, In-app purchases | Android, iOS |
 NDEF Library for Proximity APIs |
Free | Windows |