Tips to open LOCKED file

Can't open the LOCKED file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open LOCKED files as well as a list of programs that support LOCKED files.

LOCKED file extension

File Name Various Ransomware Affected Data Format
File Category Misc Files

The LOCKED file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the LOCKED files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the LOCKED file on each system platform.

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What is LOCKED file?

The file with the extension LOCKED is the Misc Files file type. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. Various Ransomware Affected Data Format is supported by 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. It is recommended to use AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse to handle this file. This is a program created by AVG Technologies (Grisoft). There are also 4 alternative programs to handle the LOCKED file. You can use Trend Micro Ransomware File Decryptor, RakhniDecryptor, Emsisoft Decrypter for ApocalypseVM, Emsisoft Decrypter for Stampado in case AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse cannot be used.

How to open LOCKED file?

The main problem with Various Ransomware Affected Data Format is that the LOCKED file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open LOCKED, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the LOCKED file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse

In this case, you should first verify that the AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file LOCKED with AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse. Below is a list of programs that support the file LOCKED.

Step 2. Create association of AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse with LOCKED files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the LOCKED file still does not use the AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the LOCKED file with the AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse program.

Step 3. Update AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse to the latest version

If, however, after binding AVG Decryptor for Apocalypse with Various Ransomware Affected Data Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the AVG Technologies (Grisoft) page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the LOCKED file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The LOCKED file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the LOCKED file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the LOCKED file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected LOCKED files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of LOCKED file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair LOCKED file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting , but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted LOCKED files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move LOCKED to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.