XEF File Extension

The XEF file extension was created by E-merge and is also known as the WinAce Encrypted File. XEF is classified as a Compressed Files and File format categories include Binary, Text, XML, and Zip. The format of this file type has not been determined. You can open XEF files in E-merge WinAce program.

WinAce Encrypted File Type

WinAce Encrypted File Type
Extension .xef
Developer E-merge
Popularity 5.0 (5 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program E-merge WinAce
Category Compressed Files
Format N/A
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a XEF File Type?

WinAce has been discontinued.

Free Online XEF Tools & Apps

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

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XEF Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the WinAce Encrypted File .XEF=11239 File Extensions while opening the .XEF=11239 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open XEF Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for WinAce Encrypted File on your system such as E-merge WinAce.
  2. Associate default E Merge E-merge WinAce program for *.xef (WinAce Encrypted File) files.

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

All Platform Software Programs for XEF File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the XEF 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.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open XEF File on Windows

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E-merge WinAce image. E-merge WinAce 2 for Windows Shareware E-merge

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XEF File on Mac OS

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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.

XEF file extension icon image.About XEF - WinAce Encrypted File

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Updated 6/1/2025