ARN File Extension

The ARN file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Autoruns Data File. ARN is classified as a Data Files and This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open ARN files in Microsoft Autoruns program.

Autoruns Data File Type

Autoruns Data File Type
Extension .arn
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (22 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Microsoft Autoruns
Category Data Files
Format Binary
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a ARN File Type?

The file format can be loaded into Autoruns to view and compare with another set of Autoruns results. The ARN stores data in a binary format while the .TXT stores Autoruns data in a text format.

Autoruns is a utility used to show which programs are configured to work when booting a system. Some programs include Run, RunOnce and the boot folder.

Free Online ARN Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online ARN tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare ARN files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .ARN (Autoruns Data File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

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ARN Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Autoruns Data File .ARN File Extensions while opening the .ARN files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open ARN Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Autoruns Data File on your system such as Microsoft Autoruns.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Autoruns program for *.arn (Autoruns Data File) files.

    Associate ARN Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.ARN (e.g example.arn) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft Autoruns program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .arn files.

Related ARN File Extensions

ARN default file extension is .ARN and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for ARN File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the ARN files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

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Microsoft Autoruns image. Microsoft Autoruns 000 for Windows Free Microsoft

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

ARN file extension icon image.About ARN - Autoruns Data File

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Updated 7/1/2025