Extensible Forms Description Language File
General Information
| Title | XFDF File Extension |
| Extension | .xfdl |
| Full Form | Extensible Forms Description Language File |
| File Type | XML Form File |
| Developer | PureEdge Solutions Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.xfdl |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store form data |
| Additional Functions | Secure transactions |
| Features | Digital signatures, Encryption |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Digital Forms | Yes |
| Government Documents | Yes |
| Business Processes | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data interception |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Digital signing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Dependent on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pdf, .xml, .xsf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 IBM Forms Viewer |
Licensed | Windows |
 Adobe LiveCycle |
Licensed | Windows, Mac |