PPENC File Extension

What is PPENC file?

PPENC filename suffix is mostly used for Ashampoo Magical Security Encrypted files. Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG defined the Ashampoo Magical Security Encrypted format standard. PPENC file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with PPENC extension are categorized as Encoded Files files. The Encoded Files subset comprises 236 various file formats. Magical Security is by far the most used program for working with PPENC files. On the official website of Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG developer not only will you find detailed information about theMagical Security software, but also about PPENC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PPENC file extension

Programs that can handle PPENC files are as follows. PPENC files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with PPENC extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PPENC files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with PPENC files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PPENC files.

Step 1. Get the Magical Security

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PPENC files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Magical Security developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Magical Security installed is by going to developer’s website (Ashampoo GmbH & Co. KG) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Magical Security to the latest version

If the problems with opening PPENC files still occur even after installing Magical Security, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Magical Security is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why PPENC files are not compatible with Magical Security. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Magical Security.

Step 3. Associate Ashampoo Magical Security Encrypted files with Magical Security

After installing Magical Security (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PPENC files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the PPENC file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Magical Security is installed, check the Always use this app to open PPENC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PPENC file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PPENC extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the PPENC for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper PPENC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the PPENC file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PPENC file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the PPENC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the PPENC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the PPENC file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the PPENC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Ashampoo Magical Security Encrypted file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Magical Security

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with PPENC extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Ashampoo Magical Security Encrypted files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the PPENC files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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