PURGE File Extension

What is PURGE file?

Full format name of files that use PURGE extension is Globe Ransomware Affected Format. Files with PURGE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with PURGE extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing PURGE files is Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe. Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe software was developed by Emsi Software GmbH, and on its official website you may find more information about PURGE files or the Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe software program.

Programs which support PURGE file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PURGE files. Files with PURGE suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 07/05/2020

How to open file with PURGE extension?

Problems with accessing PURGE may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with PURGE extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PURGE files is that no program that can handle PURGE files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PURGE files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Emsi Software GmbH website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe to the latest version

If you already have Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe installed on your systems and PURGE files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe cannot handle files with PURGE may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe.

Step 3. Assign Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe to PURGE files

After installing Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PURGE files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the PURGE file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe is installed, check the Always use this app to open PURGE files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the PURGE file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PURGE extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the PURGE is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PURGE file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The PURGE may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the PURGE is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the PURGE file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the PURGE file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the PURGE file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with PURGE extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Emsisoft Decrypter for Globe

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PURGE files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Globe Ransomware Affected Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PURGE files.

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