UNL File Extension

The UNL file extension was created by Garmin and is also known as the Garmin Unlock File. UNL is classified as a Misc Files and The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open UNL files in Garmin MapSource program.

Garmin Unlock File Type

What is a UNL File Type?

To create a UNL file in MapSource, select Utilities → Unlock Maps, click "Next," and choose "Backup my unlock codes to a file." To reload unlock codes, select Utilities → Unlock Maps, click "Next," select "Retrieve and reinstall all my unlock codes, click "Next," and then select "Retrieve my unlock codes from a file on my PC."

The unlock codes are specific to a single GPS unit purchased from Garmin. Therefore it is not possible to use a UNL file to unlock cards on several Garmin devices.

Free Online UNL Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online UNL tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare UNL files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .UNL (Garmin Unlock File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your UNL files directly from your device with ease.

UNL Converter

Open UNL

Edit UNL

Compare UNL Files

Merge UNL Files

Split UNL Files

UNL Metadata Viewer

UNL Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Garmin Unlock File .UNL File Extensions while opening the .UNL files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open UNL Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Garmin Unlock File on your system such as Garmin MapSource.
2. Associate default Garmin Mapsource Garmin MapSource program for *.unl (Garmin Unlock File) files.
   
   

   Associate UNL Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.UNL (e.g example.unl) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Garmin Mapsource Garmin MapSource program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .unl files.
   
   

Related UNL File Extensions

UNL default file extension is .UNL and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for UNL File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the UNL 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.

Open UNL File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	Garmin MapSource 000 for Windows	Paid	Garmin MapSource

Open UNL File on Mac OS

Open UNL file on Linux

Open UNL file on Web

Open UNL file on iOS

Open UNL file on Android

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.

About UNL - Garmin Unlock File