.DECRYPT File
.decrypt is Decrypted Microsoft ESD File
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| File Extension | .decrypt |
| Format | Binary |
| Created by | Microsoft |
| Category | Misc |
.decrypt is Decrypted Microsoft ESD File
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| File Extension | .decrypt |
| Format | Binary |
| Created by | Microsoft |
| Category | Misc |
File used by Microsoft's Electronic Software Download (ESD) technology, a software product that helps users install and upgrade purchased software online through the Microsoft store; used as a temporary file during the software installation process.
When upgrading to Microsoft Windows 8 using the Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant, you can find the DECRYPT file in the following directory:
C:\Users\[user]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\WebSetup\Download\
Common DECRYPT FilenamesWinPayload.esd.decrypt - A temporary decrypted version of the WinPayload.esd file used for upgrading Windows on the local computer.