ZOL File Extension

What is ZOL file?

Full format name of files that use ZOL extension is ZoneAlarm Mailsafe Renamed. ZoneAlarm Mailsafe Renamed format was developed by Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.. Files with ZOL extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. ZOL file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing ZOL files is ZoneAlarm Pro. On the official website of Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. developer not only will you find detailed information about theZoneAlarm Pro software, but also about ZOL and other supported file formats.

Programs which support ZOL file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support ZOL files. ZOL files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with ZOL extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ZOL files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with ZOL extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install ZoneAlarm Pro software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports ZOL files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install ZoneAlarm Pro. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading ZoneAlarm Pro installed is by going to developer’s website (Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of ZoneAlarm Pro

You still cannot access ZOL files although ZoneAlarm Pro is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 ZoneAlarm Pro installed, it may not support ZOL format. The latest version of ZoneAlarm Pro should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign ZoneAlarm Pro to ZOL files

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the ZOL with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the ZoneAlarm Pro installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open ZOL files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with ZOL extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with ZOL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the ZOL for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the ZOL file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the ZOL file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the ZOL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the ZOL file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the ZOL file’s structure is intact

If the ZOL file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with ZOL extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the ZoneAlarm Mailsafe Renamed file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle ZoneAlarm Pro

If the systems has insufficient resources to open ZOL files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with ZoneAlarm Mailsafe Renamed file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with ZOL files affecting older versions of given software.

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