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What is a CIA file?
CIA (CTR Importable Archive) is a file format used by Nintendo 3DS systems to install games, updates, and downloadable content. It contains encrypted data intended for use only on authorized 3DS consoles.
These files are commonly used with modded or homebrew-enabled 3DS systems and emulators like Citra for installing or backing up games.
How to open CIA files
CIA files are used with Nintendo 3DS systems and emulators like Citra. They require a modded 3DS or compatible software environment for installation and use.
To explore or extract CIA contents, specialized tools or emulators are needed, though AnyConv can convert them to extract files when supported.
Key facts about CIA
- Full name: CTR Importable Archive
- Extension: .cia
- MIME type: application/x-ctr-importable-archive
- Developed by: Nintendo
- Initial release: 2011
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FAQ
- 👍 What is the best CIA converter?
- Perhaps our CIA converter is the best. AnyConv is fast, free and does not require software installation.
- 🔺 How to convert Archive files to CIA?
- Choose files and upload them on the page. Select "to CIA" and click "Convert". After a few seconds, you can download CIA files.
- 🔻 How do i change CIA to another format?
- Upload your CIA-file on the page. Select target format and click "Convert". CIA conversion takes a few seconds.
- 📱 Can I use CIA converter on iPhone or iPad?
- Yes, you can convert CIA files from iPhone, iPad and other mobile devices, because AnyConv CIA Converter is a multi-platform web service.