What Is a DEB File?

A file with the DEBfile extensionis a Debian software package file.

They’re used mainly in Unix-basedoperating systems, including Ubuntu and iOS.

Screenshot of several empty DEB files on Ubuntu

DEB Files (Ubuntu).

Every DEB file consists of twoTARarchives that make up the executable files, documentation, and libraries.

It may or may not be compressed using GZIP,BZIP2,LZMA, or XZ.

Install a DEB file on ajailbrokeniOS gear withiFunbox.

Still Can’t Open It?

When this happens, the programs mentioned above won’t be able to open your file.

FAQ

No.

As a workaround, convert the DEB file to an iOS-compatible format if possible.

Sites like Converter365 can also convert DEB files to various formats and other formats to DEB files.