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DACPAC File Extension

The DACPAC file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the SQL Server Data Tier Application Package. DACPAC is classified as a Database Files and This file is saved during a zipped format. you will view the contents by unzipping it with a file decompression program. You can open DACPAC files in Microsoft SQL Server program.

SQL Server Data Tier Application Package File Type

SQL Server Data Tier Application Package File Type
Extension .dacpac
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (25 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Microsoft SQL Server
Category Database Files
Format Zip
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a DACPAC File Type?

DACPAC uses .ZIP formatting and contains a collection of XML files that define the schema and the data to be transferred.

Free Online DACPAC Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online DACPAC tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare DACPAC files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .DACPAC (SQL Server Data Tier Application Package) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

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DACPAC Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the SQL Server Data Tier Application Package .DACPAC File Extensions while opening the .DACPAC files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open DACPAC Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for SQL Server Data Tier Application Package on your system such as Microsoft SQL Server.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server program for *.dacpac (SQL Server Data Tier Application Package) files.

    Associate DACPAC Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.DACPAC (e.g example.dacpac) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .dacpac files.

All Platform Software Programs for DACPAC File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the DACPAC files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

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Microsoft SQL Server image. Microsoft SQL Server 2019 for Windows Commercial Microsoft

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

DACPAC file extension icon image.About DACPAC - SQL Server Data Tier Application Package

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Updated 7/1/2025