Opening an AFZ File

The AFZ file type is primarily associated with Ancestry Family Tree.

AFZ	File extension: AFZ
	File type:	Backup Data File

What is an AFZ file?

AFZ files mostly belong to Ancestry Family Tree by MyFamily.com Inc. The .AFZ is a backup of the .AFT file. To open the .AFZ file go through the Restore function in Ancestry Family Tree.

How can I open an AFZ file?

You need a suitable software like Ancestry Family Tree to open an AFZ file. You need a suitable software like Ancestry Family Tree from MyFamily.com Inc. to open an AFZ file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your AFZ file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a AFZ file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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4 Steps to Open an Unknown .AFZ File

Because .AFZ files can come from different programs, they aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: Files received from a genealogist or a backup workflow often suggest an Ancestry Family Tree Backup Data File.
Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor or hex viewer:
- "PK" indicates a ZIP-compressed archive.
- Readable XML or GEDCOM tags suggest uncompressed family data.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required; try Ancestry Family Tree by MyFamily.com Inc., an archive tool like 7-Zip, or ask the sender if uncertain.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your .AFZ file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text/metadata, and preview when possible.

Technical Data for AFZ File Extension

Related files:

aft, afa, xml, ftb, oz

an afz Backup Data File is a special file format by MyFamily.com Inc. and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with AFZ files

Associate the AFZ file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open backup data files. Because only the current version supports the latest AFZ file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the MyFamily.com Inc. manufacturer website after an available Ancestry Family Tree update.
To make sure that your AFZ file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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