CRD File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .crd
Full Name Windows CardSpace File
File Type XML
Primary Association Microsoft Windows CardSpace
Usage Stores digital identities
MIME Type application/xml
Developed by Microsoft
Introduced Windows Vista
Discontinued Yes
Encryption Capable Yes
File Structure XML Format
Accessibility Text Editor, .NET Framework
System Integration Integrated with Windows
Path Example C:Users[UserName][Location]file.crd
Character Encoding UTF-8
Key Elements Information Cards
Storage Concept Digital Identity Cards
Editability Editable with XML tools
Programming Interface .NET Framework, WCF
Security Features Encryption, Digital Signatures