Protected File
General Information
| Title | PFILE File Extension |
| Extension | .pfile |
| Full Form | Protected File |
| File Type | Encrypted File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Secure storage |
| Additional Functions | Data encryption |
| Features | Access control, DRM protected |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High security |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Restricted |
Use Cases
| Confidential Documents | Yes |
| Email Attachments | Yes |
| Corporate Data | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Rights management, Access policies |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ppdf, .ptxt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Rights Management |
Subscription | Windows |
 Azure Information Protection |
Subscription | Windows |