RFC File Extension

What is RFC file?

Full format name of files that use RFC extension is RoboForm Contact Format. Siber Systems defined the RoboForm Contact Format format standard. RFC file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Android, Blackberry mobile phones and devices:, iOS, Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with RFC extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. RoboForm for Chrome supports RFC files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 10 other tools may also be used. RoboForm for Chrome software was developed by Siber Systems, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about RFC files or the RoboForm for Chrome software program.

Programs which support RFC file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open RFC files divided into 5 categories according to system platform supported. Files with RFC suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with RFC extension?

Being unable to open files with RFC extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with RFC extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with RFC files.

Step 1. Download and install RoboForm for Chrome

Problems with opening and working with RFC files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with RFC files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select RoboForm for Chrome or one of the recommended programs (for example, RoboForm for Firefox, RoboForm for Internet Explorer, RoboForm for Opera) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download RoboForm for Chrome installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Siber Systems, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of RoboForm for Chrome

If you already have RoboForm for Chrome installed on your systems and RFC files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of RoboForm for Chrome installed, it may not support RFC format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using RoboForm for Chrome.

Step 3. Set the default application to open RFC files to RoboForm for Chrome

After installing RoboForm for Chrome (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open RFC files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the RFC file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the RoboForm for Chrome installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open RFC files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the RFC file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select RoboForm for Chrome and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with RFC extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the RFC is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper RFC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The RFC may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the RFC is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the RFC file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the RFC file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the RFC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run RoboForm for Chrome

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support RFC files. Close all running programs and try opening the RFC file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with RoboForm Contact Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle RFC files.

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