Convert.Guru

VDF Converter

Convert VDF files online for free


Drop or upload your .VDF file

How to convert your VDF file

  1. Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your VDF file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.

Convert VDF to another file type

The converter easily converts your VDF file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.

  • VDF to JSON
  • VDF to CSV
  • VDF to XML
  • VDF to YAML
  • VDF to YML
  • VDF to TOML
  • VDF to INI
  • VDF to CFG
  • VDF to CONF
  • VDF to DAT
  • VDF to DB
  • VDF to SQL

Convert a file to VDF

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the VDF file type—in the best quality.

  • DBF to VDF
  • XML to VDF
  • SQLITE to VDF
  • XLSX to VDF
  • SQL to VDF
  • TSV to VDF
  • ACCDB to VDF
  • YAML to VDF
  • MDB to VDF
  • CSV to VDF
  • ODS to VDF
  • JSON to VDF

About VDF files

VDF files, commonly known as Virtual Disk Files, are used primarily by anti-virus software like Avira for storing virus definitions. These files are critical for the proper functioning of security software, yet they pose unique challenges when it comes to conversion. For more detailed information, visit the Wikipedia page on antivirus software.

Converting VDF files can be complex due to their specific format and purpose. They are not typically intended for conversion into other file types. However, for those who need to explore conversion, it can be attempted with software like Wondershare UniConverter and File Magic. Common conversion targets include formats such as .txt, .xml, or even .csv, depending on the data structure within the VDF file.

Important considerations when converting VDF files include ensuring that the integrity of the file is maintained, as any alteration can render the file unusable for its original antivirus purpose. Furthermore, software compatibility is crucial, as not all programs can handle VDF files.

Despite their utility, VDF files have drawbacks, including their lack of versatility outside antivirus applications. This is why using a reliable platform like Convert.Guru to convert VDF files is recommended. Simply drag and drop your VDF files onto the Convert.Guru webpage to convert them into different formats effortlessly.

While desktop software can handle conversions, the ease and accessibility of Convert.Guru make it an ideal choice for users seeking a quick and reliable solution.

Use Convert.Guru online viewer to open and convert your VDF file.

Similar file types are citk2save, SAV, VCF, TXT, PDF, JPG, SGD, XML, DOCX, RAR, BIN, PAK, RDF, DLL, DAT, BLOB, SMD, SIS, JSON.



The VDF Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began over 25 years ago in California with Tom Simondi’s file-format database. A former contributor to Space Shuttle development and a software pioneer of the 1980s, Simondi established a trusted resource for file type analysis that was even referenced by Microsoft Windows XP. Today, we use modern technology to process and convert thousands of file formats while continually improving our VDF converter.

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