SAF File Type

By:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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SAF File Summary

The SAF File Extension has eight different file types (mostly seen as the Street Atlas USA Map File format) and can be opened with eight distinctive software programs, with the dominant related application developed by DeLorme (DeLorme Street Atlas USA software). The majority of SAF files are considered GIS Files, but they can also be Text Files or Audio Files.

File Extension SAF is supported by Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. The main SAF file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

To learn more about SAF files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening SAF files.

Low
Popularity
5028
Position

/ 11690

Active

Mode

26

November

2018

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Kinds of SAF Files

  8 known file types use this extension

Chief SAF Description

.SAF
File ID:.saf
Type:Street Atlas USA Map File

Map file format is a customized mapping and GPS navigation program. It has the detailed map of a specific region. It also saves the map center coordinates, the current zoom level and magnification, user preferences, and custom routes or layers added by the user

Author: DeLorme
Class:GIS Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.saf

Software Programs That Open The Street Atlas USA Map File:


DeLorme Street Atlas USA by DeLorme

Windows

Other SAF File Associations

.SAF
File ID:.saf
Type:SafeText File

SafeText File is a text-document that is password-protected and encrypted to ensure other people cannot read it.

Author: SafeText
Class:Text Files

Software Programs That Open SafeText File Files:


SafeText by SafeText

Compatible with:

Mac
Android
.SAF
File ID:.saf
Type:Secure Audio File

Secure Audio File is a copy-protected audio file format created by InterTrust. This is used for downloading purchased music to MusicMatch Jukebox.

Author: Yahoo!
Class:Audio Files

Software Programs That Open Secure Audio File Files:


MusicMatch Jukebox by Yahoo!

Compatible with:

Windows
.SAF
File ID:.saf
Type:McAfee Fortress File

McAfee Fortress File is a data protection software. It saves files using password protection and encryption which can only be opened using McAfee Fortress software.

Author: McAfee, Inc.
Class:Data Files

Software Programs That Open McAfee Fortress File Files:


McAfee Fortress by McAfee, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
.SAF
File ID:.saf
Type:Spatial Archive Interchange Format

The Spatial Archive Interchange Format (SAIF) can be used as a ground for geospatial modeling and for exchange and archival purposes.

Author: Safe Software
Class:Graphic Files

Software Programs That Open Spatial Archive Interchange Format Files:


Unknown Software by Unknown Developer

Compatible with:

Windows
.SAF
File ID:.saf
Type:SelfAccounts Data Files

SelfAccounts is an easy-to-use software for personal accounting created by ShaPlus Software.

Author: ShaPlus
Class:Data Files

Software Programs That Open SelfAccounts Data Files Files:


SelfAccounts by ShaPlus

Compatible with:

Windows
.SAF
File ID:.saf
Type:12Ghost Power Tools File

12Ghost Power Tools is a utility software suite for modifying Windows operating system. The SAF extension keeps variety of data used for internal purposes of the 12Ghost Power Tools.

Author: 12Ghosts
Class:Data Files

Software Programs That Open 12Ghost Power Tools File Files:


12Ghost Power Tools for Windows by 12Ghosts

Compatible with:

Windows
.SAF
File ID:.saf
Type:Helix Stronghold Encrypted File

The SAF file extension is closely related with Stronghold, which was once part of utility suite Nuts & Bolts, created by Helix.

Author: Helix Software Company
Class:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Helix Stronghold Encrypted File Files:


Stronghold by Firefly Studios

Compatible with:

Windows

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SAF Popularity


Top Operating Systems

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

Top Browsers

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


SAF File Complications


Common Problems Opening SAF Files

DeLorme Street Atlas USA Not Present

If you attempt to load your SAF file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open SAF Files". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have DeLorme Street Atlas USA for %%os%% installed on your computer. Your operating system cannot associate your SAF with DeLorme Street Atlas USA, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: If you don't have DeLorme Street Atlas USA installed, and you know of another program to open your SAF file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Wrong Version of DeLorme Street Atlas USA is Installed

Sometimes your installed version of DeLorme Street Atlas USA won't support your Street Atlas USA Map File file. Installing the latest version of DeLorme Street Atlas USA from DeLorme is recommended. Most of the time your Street Atlas USA Map File file was created by a newer DeLorme Street Atlas USA than what you have installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your SAF, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening SAF files are due to having the wrong version of DeLorme Street Atlas USA installed.


Other SAF File Opening Causes

Assuming you have the right DeLorme Street Atlas USA version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening SAF files. If you're still experiencing problems opening SAF files, there could be other computer problems. Other contributing causes:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for SAF are wrong
  • Corruption of the SAF file description inside the Registry
  • Invalid installation of a SAF-associated program (eg. DeLorme Street Atlas USA)
  • Something has caused file corruption of your SAF
  • Your SAF has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers for SAF-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your Street Atlas USA Map File file

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