PBF files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Paragon Backup File
PBF stands for “Paragon Backup File”. It refers to the main index file with .pbf extension. This packer file format is like ZIP or RAR. In 2011, we optimized this format. The PBF indices exist, bu...
General Information
| Title | PBF File Extension |
| Extension | .pbf |
| Full Form | Paragon Backup File |
| File Type | Backup File |
| Developer | Paragon Software Group |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Backup storage |
| Additional Functions | System recovery, Data restoration |
| Features | Compressed, Encrypted option |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High reliability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Data Backup | Yes |
| System Migration | Yes |
| Disaster Recovery | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Strong encryption, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | N/A |
| Latest Version | Associated with software version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .tib, .gho, .v2i, .bck |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Paragon Backup & Recovery |
Free, Paid versions | Windows |
| Paragon Hard Disk Manager |
Paid | Windows |
Type 2: PowerBackup Data File
Backup archive created by Paragon's backup and recovery applications. Stores files in a proprietary format. Enables restore of individual files or whole systems. Often used for migrating Windows syste...
General Information
| Title | PBF File Extension |
| Extension | .pbf |
| Full Form | PowerBackup Data File |
| File Type | Backup File |
| Developer | CyberLink |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store backup |
| Additional Functions | Data compression, Encryption |
| Features | Archive, Multiple files, Secure |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High integrity |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No, Proprietary |
Use Cases
| Data Backup | Yes |
| Data Recovery | Yes |
| System Restore | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Limited, Encrypted |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | PowerBackup 2.6 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bak, .gho, .tib |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| CyberLink PowerBackup |
Paid | Windows |
Type 3: Pinnacle Sample Bank
A .PBF file stores audio samples. These samples can load into Turtle Beach software or external synthesizers. The .PBF format references .WAV files. These .WAV files must be in the same directory. To ...
General Information
| Title | PBF File Extension |
| Extension | .pbf |
| Full Form | Pinnacle Sample Bank |
| File Type | Audio Sample File |
| Developer | Pinnacle Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio samples |
| Additional Functions | Sound bank storage |
| Features | High-quality, Multisample support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Sound Design | Yes |
| Audio Editing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Backup, Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Associated with software updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .wav, .mp3, .aif |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Steinberg Cubase |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Steinberg Nuendo |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Pinnacle Studio |
Paid | Windows |