Practical Guide to Restoring .IPD Files Lost During File System Failures

Have files been deleted due to a user’s error or software error? Have you formatted a disk by accident and need to know how to recover the files? Read our .IPD file recovery guide for Windows, MacOS, Android and IOS in 2024.

Practical Guide to Restoring .IPD Files Lost During File System Failures
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What is a .IPD file?

An IPD file is a BlackBerry data backup file created when a BlackBerry mobile phone is backed up on a computer using BlackBerry Desktop Manager. It contains all the data from a BlackBerry phone in a database format, which includes contacts, calls, SMS messages, emails, calendars, tasks, memos, photos, and videos. IPD files can be used to restore a BlackBerry if the software on the phone becomes corrupt.

What Are Common Causes of ".IPD" Files Lost or Failure?

There can be several common causes of ".IPD" files lost or failure:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete ".IPD" files while organizing or cleaning up their device storage.
  2. File system corruption: Issues with the file system on the device or storage medium can lead to ".IPD" file loss or failure.
  3. Software or hardware malfunction: Malfunctioning software or hardware components can cause ".IPD" files to become inaccessible or corrupted.
  4. Virus or malware attack: Viruses or malware can infect and damage ".IPD" files, making them unreadable or causing them to be deleted.
  5. Power failure: Sudden power outages or device shutdowns during file transfer or access can result in ".IPD" file loss or corruption.
  6. Improper file transfer: Interrupted or incomplete file transfers of ".IPD" files can lead to data loss or file corruption.
  7. Formatting or partitioning errors: Incorrect formatting or partitioning of storage devices can result in the loss of ".IPD" files.
  8. Physical damage: Physical damage to the storage medium, such as a hard drive or memory card, can cause ".IPD" files to become inaccessible.
  9. Operating system or software updates: Incompatibilities or errors during operating system or software updates can lead to ".IPD" file loss or failure.
  10. Human error: Mistakes made by users, such as accidental formatting, improper handling of storage devices, or incorrect file operations, can cause ".IPD" file loss.

How to recover lost ".IPD" files?

Sometimes while working with a computer, laptop or other stationary or mobile devices, you may encounter various bugs, freezes, hardware or software failures, even in spite of regular updates and junk cleaning. As a result, an important ".IPD" file may be deleted.

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By no means should you think that the only way to recover a ".IPD" file is always to create it once more.

Use programs for recovering ".IPD" files if a file was lost after accidental or deliberate deleting, formatting the memory card or the internal storage, cleaning the storage device, after a virus attack or a system failure.

Programs to recover ".IPD" files

Looking for a way to get files back? In cases when files were deleted and they cannot be restored by using standard operating system tools, use Hetman Partition Recovery.

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Follow the directions below:

  1. Download Hetman Partition Recovery, install and start the program.

  2. The program will automatically scan the computer and display all hard disks and removable drives connected to it, as well as physical and local disks.

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  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".IPD" files, and select analysis type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Analysis Type

  4. When the scanning is over, you will be shown the files for recovery.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Files that Can be Restored

  5. To find a file you need, use the program’s interface to open the folder it was deleted from, or go to the folder "Content-Aware Analysis" and select the required file type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Deep Scan

  6. Select the files you have been looking for and click "Recovery".

    File Recovery Software - Files List for Recovery

  7. Choose one of the methods for saving the files and recover them.

    Saving recovered files in Hetman Partition Recovery

How to open file with ".IPD" extension?

Looking for how to open a stereo blackBerry Backup File image file file?

Programs that open ".IPD" files

Windows
Research In Motion BlackBerry Desktop Manager Research In Motion BlackBerry Desktop Manager
Reincubate BlackBerry Backup Extractor Reincubate BlackBerry Backup Extractor
Mac
Research In Motion BlackBerry Desktop Manager Research In Motion BlackBerry Desktop Manager

Additional Information

  • File type: BlackBerry Backup File

  • File extension: .IPD

  • Developer: Research In Motion

  • Category: Backup Files

  • Format: Binary

  • HEX: 49 6E 74 65 72 40 63 74 69 76 65 20 50 61 67 65

  • ASCII: Inter@ctive Page

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

Oleg Afonin

Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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Questions and answers

  • What does the file extension .IPD stand for, and what kind of file is it?

    The file extension .IPD typically stands for "BlackBerry Backup File." It is a proprietary file format used by BlackBerry devices to store backup data. These backup files contain various data such as contacts, messages, calendar entries, and other settings from a BlackBerry device.

  • How can I open a .IPD file on my computer or mobile device?

    To open a .IPD file on your computer or mobile device, you can follow these steps:

    On a computer:

    1. Download and install BlackBerry Desktop Software from the official BlackBerry website.
    2. Connect your BlackBerry device to your computer using a USB cable.
    3. Open BlackBerry Desktop Software and click on the "Device" tab.
    4. Select "File" from the menu and choose "Open".
    5. Navigate to the location where the .IPD file is saved, select it, and click "Open".
    6. The .IPD file will open, and you can view its contents.

    On a mobile device:

    1. Download and install a third-party app that supports .IPD files from your app store. Some popular options include "ABC Amber BlackBerry Converter" for Android or "BlackBerry Backup Extractor" for iOS.
    2. Launch the app on your mobile device.
    3. Use the app's file explorer to navigate to the location where the .IPD file is saved.
    4. Select the .IPD file, and the app will open and display its contents.

    Note: .IPD files are BlackBerry backup files, so they may contain various types of data such as contacts, messages, calendar entries, etc. The ability to open and view the contents of the .IPD file may depend on the app or software you use and the specific data it supports.

  • Are there any specific software or applications required to access the contents of a .IPD file, and if so, which ones are recommended?

    To access the contents of a .IPD file, you will need specific software or applications. .IPD files are associated with BlackBerry devices and contain backup data from these devices.

    One recommended software to access .IPD files is BlackBerry Desktop Software. It is an official software provided by BlackBerry and allows you to backup, restore, and manage data on your BlackBerry device. You can download this software from the BlackBerry website.

    Another option is BlackBerry Backup Extractor. It is a third-party software that allows you to extract data from .IPD files and convert it into various formats such as CSV, VCF, or HTML. This software can be useful if you want to extract specific data from the backup files. BlackBerry Backup Extractor is available for Windows and macOS.

    Both of these software options should be able to help you access the contents of a .IPD file and manage the data within them.
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