.VNCLOC File Recovery

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 .VNCLOC file recovery guide for Windows, MacOS, Android and IOS in 2024.

What is a .VNCLOC file?

Connection file created by Screen Sharing, a remote desktop control program included with Mac OS X; saved in an XML format and contains the connection URL for the remote computer; used as a shortcut for re-opening a screen sharing session; created by selecting Connection → Save As...

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

There are several common causes for ".VNCLOC" files lost or failure:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete the ".VNCLOC" files while cleaning up their computer or organizing files, leading to their loss.
  2. Software or hardware issues: If there are software or hardware issues with the computer, it can corrupt or delete the ".VNCLOC" files, resulting in their failure or loss.
  3. Virus or malware attacks: Viruses or malware can infect the computer and delete or corrupt files, including ".VNCLOC" files.
  4. File system errors: File system errors, such as disk corruption or bad sectors, can cause the ".VNCLOC" files to become inaccessible or get deleted.
  5. Improper shutdown: If the computer is not shut down properly, it can lead to file system errors, which may affect the ".VNCLOC" files and cause their loss or failure.
  6. Software conflicts: Conflicts between different software programs or incompatible software versions can result in the loss or failure of ".VNCLOC" files.
  7. Human error: Users may accidentally move or rename the ".VNCLOC" files, making them difficult to locate or causing failure in their functionality.
  8. Storage device issues: Problems with the storage device, such as a hard drive failure or physical damage, can cause the ".VNCLOC" files to be lost or become inaccessible.
  9. Operating system upgrades: Upgrading the operating system without proper backup or compatibility checks can lead to the loss or failure of ".VNCLOC" files.
  10. Data corruption: Data corruption can occur due to various reasons, such as power outages, system crashes, or faulty hardware, which can result in the loss or failure of ".VNCLOC" files.

How to recover lost ".VNCLOC" 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 ".VNCLOC" file may be deleted.

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

Use programs for recovering ".VNCLOC" 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 ".VNCLOC" 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.

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.

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

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

  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.

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

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

How to open file with ".VNCLOC" extension?

Looking for how to open a stereo screen Sharing VNC Internet Location image file file?

Programs that open ".VNCLOC" files

Windows
HEX Editor

Additional Information

  • File type: Screen Sharing VNC Internet Location

  • File extension: .VNCLOC

  • Developer: Apple

  • Category: Misc Files

  • Format: XML

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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.

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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