WALLET files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: MultiBit Wallet File
To open a WALLET file, double-click the file. Select File → Open Wallet. Navigate to and select your WALLET file. Click Open. Common WALLET Filenames include saving.wallet. It is the main wallet con...
General Information
| Title | WALLET File Extension |
| Extension | .wallet |
| Full Form | MultiBit Wallet File |
| File Type | Wallet Data File |
| Developer | MultiBit |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store bitcoins |
| Additional Functions | Manage transactions, Secure assets |
| Features | Encrypted, Private keys |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High encryption |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Via software |
Use Cases
| Cryptocurrency Storage | Yes |
| Transaction Management | Yes |
| Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Theft, Corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backup, Strong passwords |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2011 |
| Latest Version | Discontinued |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dat (Bitcoin Core), .key (Bitcoin Key File) |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 MultiBit Classic |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| MultiBit HD |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Wallet Ransomware
Files with .wallet extension may be encrypted by Globe 3 ransomware variant. The only way to access original files is to use a decrypter, if one exists. Once decrypted, files can be converted. A new...
General Information
| Title | .WALLET File Extension |
| Extension | .wallet |
| Full Form | Wallet Ransomware File |
| File Type | Encrypted File |
| Developer | Cybercriminals |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Encrypted data |
| Additional Functions | Ransom demand |
| Features | Inaccessible, Encrypted content |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Data Hostage | Yes |
| Ransomware Attack | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data loss, Identity theft |
| Best Practices | Backups, Security software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Appearance | 2016 |
| Known Variants | Dharma, Crysis |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .crysis, .dharma, .locky |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Ransomware Decryptor |
Free, Paid | Varies |
| Antivirus Software |
Free, Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 3: MultiDoge Wallet File
To open a WALLET file click File -> Open Wallet. To create, click New Wallet, name it, save, and click Ok. We can view, edit, convert, merge, split, and compare WALLET files without installing anythin...
General Information
| Title | .wallet File Extension |
| Extension | .wallet |
| Full Form | MultiDoge Wallet File |
| File Type | Wallet Data File |
| Developer | MultiDoge Developers |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store cryptocurrency |
| Additional Functions | Transaction management, Key storage |
| Features | Encrypted, Portable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Encrypted, Secure |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Cryptocurrency Transactions | Yes |
| Personal Finance | Yes |
| Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Theft, Corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Encryption, Wallet updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2014 |
| Latest Version | Varies by software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dat (Bitcoin Core Wallet) |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| MultiDoge |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |