XCON File Extension

What is XCON file?

XCON is a file extension commonly associated with Conceal Encrypted Data files. Ankit Malhotra defined the Conceal Encrypted Data format standard. XCON file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. XCON file format, along with 236 other file formats, belongs to the Encoded Files category. Conceal is by far the most used program for working with XCON files. Conceal software was developed by Ankit Malhotra, and on its official website you may find more information about XCON files or the Conceal software program.

Programs which support XCON file extension

The following listing features XCON-compatible programs. Files with XCON suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with XCON extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening XCON files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Conceal Encrypted Data files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Conceal

Problems with opening and working with XCON files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with XCON files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Conceal. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Conceal installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Ankit Malhotra website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Conceal to the latest version

If the problems with opening XCON files still occur even after installing Conceal, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Conceal is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Conceal installed, it may not support XCON format. The most recent version of Conceal is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Conceal to XCON files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate XCON files with latest version of Conceal you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the XCON with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Conceal is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XCON files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the XCON file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with XCON extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the XCON is not faulty

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 XCON file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the XCON in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the XCON is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the XCON file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the XCON file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the XCON file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with XCON extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Conceal Encrypted Data file.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support XCON files. Close all running programs and try opening the XCON file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Conceal Encrypted Data files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with XCON files affecting older versions of given software.

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