What's the SSB File?

Reporter:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

SSB File Summary

Three known software programs (notably, Simply Safe Backup developed by Joshua Cannon Butcher) are related to the SSB file extension. In addition, they are categorized under three distinct file types, but mainly identified as the Simply Safe Backup Archive format. The SSB File Extension are listed predominantly as Backup Files, while in other circumstances they can be Settings Files or 3D Image Files.

File Extension SSB files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. The main SSB file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

Although there is a lot more to know about SSB files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

Low
Demand
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Obsolete

Importance

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SSB Types

  3 known file types use this extension

Principal SSB Type

.SSB
File Ext:.ssb
Classification:Simply Safe Backup Archive

The SSB file extension may refer to a backup file related to a backup software called Simply Safe. Simply Safe was developed by the Joshua Cannon Butcher as a backup solution for the Microsoft Windows operating system. The SSB file was used for storage of a backup archive. It is considered an obsolete file format as it is no longer supported by the original developer.

Author: Joshua Cannon Butcher
File Category:Backup Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.ssb

Software Programs That Open The Simply Safe Backup Archive:


Simply Safe Backup by Joshua Cannon Butcher

Windows

More SSB Files

.SSB
File Ext:.ssb
Classification:SmartSync Pro Program Settings

The SSB file has program settings from SmartSync Pro.

Author: SmartSync Software
File Category:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open SmartSync Pro Program Settings Files:


SmartSync Pro by SmartSync Software

Compatible with:

Windows
.SSB
File Ext:.ssb
Classification:SwordSearcher Bible Data Module

The SSB file has Bible data module for SwordSearcher

Author: StudyLamp Software
File Category:3D Image Files

Software Programs That Open SwordSearcher Bible Data Module Files:


SwordSearcher by StudyLamp Software

Compatible with:

Windows

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SSB File Popularity


OS Ranking

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


SSB Troubleshooting


Frequent SSB Opening Issues

Simply Safe Backup Removed

Double-clicking your SSB file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open SSB File". When this happens, it is commonly due to Simply Safe Backup missing in %%os%%. The typical path of opening your SSB with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: If you don't have Simply Safe Backup installed, and you know of another program to open your SSB file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Outdated Simply Safe Backup

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Simply Safe Backup installed that's incompatible with your Simply Safe Backup Archive type. Download the latest Simply Safe Backup version from the Joshua Cannon Butcher website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This problem is predominately due to having a Simply Safe Backup Archive file version that was created by a newer version of Simply Safe Backup than what you have installed on your PC.


Tip: Investigate your SSB file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening SSB files are due to having the wrong version of Simply Safe Backup installed.


Other SSB File Opening Causes

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Simply Safe Backup will resolve your issue. If you are continuing to have errors with loading SSB files, other external issues might be to blame. Additional factors include:

  • SSB file type Registry entries are wrong
  • The SSB file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the SSB format
  • File corruption affecting your SSB file
  • SSB file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Device drivers for SSB-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Simply Safe Backup Archive file

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