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How to open PKPASS files on your device

If an error occurs when you try to open PKPASS file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate PKPASS files with this software. If this does not solve the problem, then the cause may be different – you will find more details in this article.

  1. 1. PKPASS File Extension
  2. 2. What is a(n) PKPASS file?
  3. 3. How to open PKPASS file?
    1. 3.1 Install a program that supports PKPASS files
      1. 3.1.1 Programs that can open PKPASS files
    2. 3.2 Associate given software with PKPASS files
    3. 3.3 Check whether no other errors related to PKPASS files occur
  4. 4. Similar file extensions

PKPASS File Extension

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  • File type Passbook Pass Format
  • File developer Apple
  • File category Misc Files
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What is a(n) PKPASS file?

The .PKPASS file is stored in .ZIP format. It contain digital signature, graphics and formatting information, which the Passbook application uses to save various types of passes, coupons or tickets. The application was created for Apple smartphones, but there are apps running on Android that support the files indicated.

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How to open PKPASS file?

There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .PKPASS files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.

Step 1. Install a program that supports PKPASS files

In order to open PKPASS file an appropriate program that supports this file format must be installed on the system. Below is the list of programs that support files with PKPASS extension.

Programs that can open PKPASS files

Android programs
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iOS programs
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Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, PKPASS files should be opened with installed application by default next time you try to open this type of file.

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Not all listed applications will be capable of performing all operations on PKPASS files. Some applications may only be capable of opening such file and viewing its contents while the purpose of others may be converting files to other file formats. Therefore you should check beforehand the capabilities of applications in relation to PKPASS files.

Step 2. Associate given software with PKPASS files

A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting PKPASS files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with PKPASS files user should open a file submenu by right-clicking the file icon and selecting "Open with" option. System will display a list of suggested programs that can be used to open PKPASS files. Select appropriate option and check "Always use selected application to open this kind of files". System will save this information from now on use selected program to open PKPASS files.

When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the PKPASS file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:

  1. File with PKPASS extension is incomplete (for example, file has not been downloaded completely from the internet or not copied properly from source)
  2. File data is corrupted
  3. Damaged or corrupted storage medium on which the PKPASS file is stored
  4. File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the PKPASS file was saved and then deleted
  5. User account is not privileged to perform operations on PKPASS files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert

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