U3 Application Package
General Information
| Title | U3P File Extension |
| Extension | .u3p |
| Full Form | U3 Application Package |
| File Type | Package File |
| Developer | U3 LLC |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.u3.u3p |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store applications |
| Additional Functions | Data compression, Encryption |
| Features | Portable, Encapsulated |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Application-dependent |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Portable Applications | Yes |
| Data Transport | Yes |
| Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Executable malware |
| Best Practices | U3 device scanning, Trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2005 |
| Latest Version | Discontinued |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .exe, .zip, .iso |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 U3 Launchpad |
Free | Windows |
 Universal Extractor |
Free | Windows |
| PackageFactory for U3 |
Free | Windows |