File Extension BUP

File extension: BUP or .bup

Author of the .bup file extension: Various

Category: Backup files

Programs that use the .bup file type: Various

Explanation of .bup file extensions:

The .bup file extension stands for backup. These files are backup files of data created by various programs automatically. These .bup files can be used to restore data in case the original file becomes corrupt or accidentally deleted.

In addition, .bup files can also be backups of the .IFO file found on DVD video discs.
If the VIDEO'TS.IFO file becomes damaged and unreadable, the .bup file can take its place.

Typical problems associated with the .bup file extension:

One of the most common problems with .bup files is when the DVD's pointers point to the incorrect location of the .bup file. When this happens, you may get a .bup error.

Another problem occurs when the .bup file is damaged along with the .ifo file that it is backing up. When this happens, the backup is useless.

For backup software that creates .bup files, common issues occur when the .bup file is corrupt.

Solutions/Recommendations:

When receiving .bup errors on a DVD, chances are the pointers are incorrect. Pointers are merely pointers. If you look at the contents of the VIDEO'TS, the .bup files are usually right where they are supposed to be.

File corruption can affect .bup files just as it affects regular files. This can be particularly frustrating when you've lost an original file only to find that the .bup file is damaged too. Data recovery software may be able to repair your files.

Many common file problems such as file association errors, corruption, and .bup errors can be solved by using a registry cleaning utility.