DAMAGE file: How can I open a .DAMAGE file?
The table below provides useful information about the .damage file extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .damage file?
- What program do I need to open a .damage file?
- How can the .damage file be opened, edited or printed?
- How can I convert .damage files to another format?
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✅ Damage Ransomware Encrypted Data

The DAMAGE file is a Damage Ransomware Encrypted Data. Damage Ransomware is a malware that locks your computer or encrypts your files.
⚠ Be careful with .damage files.
It's important to know that the .damage file extension can be used by various programs, not just the ones you expect. This includes potentially harmful software or malware that might create .damage files. Be cautious when dealing with .damage files from unknown sources.
🔴 Can't open a .damage file?
When you double-click a file to open it, Windows examines the filename extension. If Windows recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When Windows does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:
Select an app to open this .damage file
It means that the operating system does not have a default app associated with the .damage file type. To resolve this issue and open the file, you can take the following steps:
- Right-click on the .damage file. A context menu will appear.
- From the context menu, select Open with. Windows will display a list of recommended apps.
- If the desired app is listed, select it from the provided options.
- If you cannot find the appropriate app, you may need to install software that supports the specific file type.
If you don't know how to change the default app for the .damage file, check the FAQ.
🔴 Can I change the extension of files?
Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. The extension of a file serves as a hint to the operating system and various software programs about the type of data contained within the file. When you alter a file's extension, you essentially modify how software applications interpret and handle that file. Every file has a specific format, also known as its file type or file format. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format.
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