Opening a ZLX File

The ZLX file type is primarily associated with Elden Ring.

ZLXFile Extension ZLX
File extension: ZLX
File type:  compressed archive

What is a ZLX file?

ZLX files mostly belong to Elden Ring. ZLX files are used to store data for games and some security applications. They hold specific in-game information such as Elden Ring loot data and compressed save game data from Mount & Blade II Bannerlord, and they are also linked with ZoneAlarm Mailsafe.
  • Elden Ring loot file – Records in-game items and loot information.
  • Compressed save game – Contains game progress data in a compressed format.
  • May also appear in security setups to safeguard configuration files.
  • FilExt.com note: These files are not meant to be opened with a standard text editor. Use the official game or associated mod tools to extract or view the information.

    How to open ZLX files

    You need a suitable software like Elden Ring to open a ZLX 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 ZLX file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a ZLX file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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    Programs that open and convert ZLX files:

    1. Elden Ring
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. ZLX files are often referred to as Elden Ring games because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. Atlantis Word Processor by Rising Sun Solutions, Inc.
      Atlantis is a compact word processor that is fast-loading, but still powerful.
    3. ZoneAlarm Mailsafe (Renamed .WSF File) by Zone Labs
      Program ID is ZAMailSafe

    Technical Data for ZLX File Extension

    File classification:
    Game
    Related files:
    zsx, zox, slv, zdx, zax, asn, zip, rar, 7z, sav, pak, dat

    The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CA\eTrust EZ Armor\eTrust EZ Firewall\_INS5576._MP -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CA\eTrust EZ Armor\eTrust EZ Firewall\ca.exe

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CA\eTrust EZ Armor\eTrust EZ Firewall\ca.exe -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\iclient.exe -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\zaplus.exe -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\zapro.exe -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\zlclient.exe

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\zlclient.exe -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Zone Labs\ZoneAlarm\ZONEAL~1.EXE -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ZONELA~1\ZONEAL~1\ZONEAL~1.EXE -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: Y:\ZoneLabs\ZoneAlarm\zlclient.exe -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ZoneAlarm\zlclient.exe -warning %1

    ProgramID: ZAMailSafe
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CA\eTrust EZ Armor\eTrust EZ Firewall\zonealarm.exe -warning


    a zlx compressed archive is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with ZLX files

    • Associate the ZLX file extension with the correct application.
    • Update your software that should actually open compressed archives. Because only the current version supports the latest ZLX file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Elden Ring update.
    • To make sure that your ZLX file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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