What is VDF file?
VDF files are files that store virus definition updates for AntiVir Antivirus software. A VDF file is usually an update to the virus definition database for the AntiVir Antivirus software. It contains information about viruses, malware, and other malicious programs, so that it can identify them when they are encountered. A VDF file is made up of two parts: a .VDF file extension and an associated .DAT file. The .DAT file contains the actual data for the updates to the virus definitions database while the .VDF is responsible for downloading updates from a central repository on your computer's hard drive.
VDF Format details
| Full Name | AntiVir Virus Definition |
|---|---|
| Developer | Avira GmbH |
| Category | Misc Files |
Software, that convert VDF files
The easiest way to convert a VDF file is to save it in a different file format using dedicated software. Below you will find a list of software programs that can handle VDF files. Open your VDF file with one of them and save in another file format.
VDF Converters
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