STG File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .stg
Full Name ActiveSync Backup File
File Type Backup File
Primary Association Mobile Devices
Developed by Microsoft
Usage To store backup data for restoring to mobile devices
Encryption Optionally supports encryption
Compression Supports compression
MIME Type Not officially registered
Platform Windows
Access Via compatible software
Programs that open STG Microsoft ActiveSync, Mobile Device Center
File Structure Binary
Recovery Possibility High, if not encrypted
Backup Type Full Device Backup
Integration High with Microsoft products
Modification Not intended for manual editing or modification
Backup Contents Contacts, emails, calendar events, tasks, system settings, etc.
Relevance Mainly for older mobile devices