PFILE File Description

Writer:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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PFILE File Summary

File Extension PFILE has only one distinct file type (Rights Management Protected File format) and is mostly associated with Azure Rights Management (Microsoft Corporation) and one other software programs. The PFILE File Extension are listed predominantly as Encoded Files.

The PFILE File Extension can be viewed on the Windows and Mac operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. The Popularity Rating for PFILE files is "Low", which means these files are not ordinarily found on an everyday user's device.

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

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Varieties of PFILE Files


Main PFILE Affiliation

.PFILE
File Format:.pfile
Classification:Rights Management Protected File

A PFILE file contains a file encrypted with Microsoft Rights Management (RMS) to protect a user's digital information. Before you can view the protected file (.PFILE format), the Rights Management service must first confirm that you are authorized to view the file, which it does by checking your user name and password.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Group:Encoded Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.pfile

Software Programs That Open The Rights Management Protected File:


Azure Rights Management by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Microsoft RMS Sharing by Microsoft Corporation

Mac

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PFILE Requests


Top Devices

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


Troubleshoot PFILE Files


Issues Opening PFILE Files

Missing Azure Rights Management

If you attempt to load your PFILE file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open PFILE Files". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Azure Rights Management for %%os%% installed on your computer. The typical path of opening your PFILE with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: When another PFILE application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.


Azure Rights Management Requires Update

Your Rights Management Protected File file is incompatible with Azure Rights Management because you might have the wrong version installed. Installing the latest version of Azure Rights Management from Microsoft Corporation is recommended. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


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


Regardless, most of the PFILE file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Azure Rights Management installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening PFILEs

Errors opening Rights Management Protected File files can still occur even with the latest Azure Rights Management software installed on your computer. If you're still experiencing problems opening PFILE files, there could be other computer problems. Additional factors include:

  • Invalid PFILE file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Deletion of the PFILE file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Azure Rights Management or another PFILE application experienced a flawed installation
  • Your PFILE can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Malware-tainted PFILE file can't be opened
  • Drivers associated with PFILE software need to be updated
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Rights Management Protected File file successfully

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