| Extension | .bin |
| Category | documents |
| Description | BIN is a binary format used for storing data in a compressed form. It's commonly used for file management and can store a variety of information, from images to programs. BIN is often used in backup and archiving systems, as well as for transferring documents between devices. Its efficiency comes from its ability to store raw binary data without intermediate encodings, thus retaining the original structure. |
| Technical details | A BIN file does not have a strict structure, as its contents are directly dependent on the type of data stored. In most cases, this format consists of a compact sequence of binary codes, whose interpretation is defined by a specific program. Before opening such files, it is crucial to understand their purpose in order to decode and handle the data correctly. |
