ASAR File Extension

The ASAR file extension was created by GitHub and is also known as the Electron Archive. ASAR is classified as a Developer 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 ASAR files in GitHub Electron program.

Electron Archive File Type

What is a ASAR File Type?

ASAR files allow developers to package their applications in an archive instead of a directory, which protects the source code of the apos; application d' be exposed to d' other users. You can package the application in an archive at l' help from l' utility asar included in Electron.

What is a Default ASAR File Name?

App.asar - The default name of a packaged application in an ASAR archive.

Free Online ASAR Tools & Apps

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

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your ASAR files directly from your device with ease.

ASAR Converter

Open ASAR

Edit ASAR

Compare ASAR Files

Merge ASAR Files

Split ASAR Files

ASAR Metadata Viewer

ASAR Files Common Issues

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

Can't Open ASAR Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Electron Archive on your system such as GitHub Electron.
2. Associate default Github Electron GitHub Electron program for *.asar (Electron Archive) files.
   
   

   Associate ASAR Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.ASAR (e.g example.asar) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Github Electron GitHub Electron program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .asar files.
   
   

   Associate ASAR Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.ASAR (e.g example.asar) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Github Electron GitHub Electron program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .GitHub Electron extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related ASAR File Extensions

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

All Platform Software Programs for ASAR File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the ASAR 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.

Open ASAR File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	GitHub Electron 000 for Windows	Free	GitHub Electron
	IMSI TurboCAD Pro 000 for Windows	Free Trial	IMSI TurboCAD Pro

Open ASAR File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	GitHub Electron 000 for MacOs	Free	GitHub Electron

Open ASAR file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	GitHub Electron 000 for Linux	Free	GitHub Electron

Open ASAR file on Web

Open ASAR file on iOS

Open ASAR file on Android

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.

About ASAR - Electron Archive