SQLITE magic bytes (.sqlite)
.sqlite file signature: 53 51 4C 69 74 65 20 66 | application/octet-stream
Category: Databases
SQLite is a self-contained relational database file format created by D. Richard Hipp and maintained by the SQLite Project. It is used for embedded databases in mobile apps, desktop software, web browsers, and other applications that need local structured storage without a separate database server. The format is generally safe, though database files from untrusted sources can be manipulated to trigger application errors or expose stored data if improperly handled.
Magic Bytes
Offset 0
53 51 4C 69 74 65 20 66
Sources: Wikipedia
All Known Signatures
2 signature variants are documented for .sqlite files across multiple sources.
Validation Code
How to validate .sqlite files in Python
def is_sqlite(file_path: str) -> bool:
"""Check if file is a valid SQLITE by magic bytes."""
signature = bytes([0x53, 0x51, 0x4C, 0x69, 0x74, 0x65, 0x20, 0x66])
with open(file_path, "rb") as f:
return f.read(8) == signatureHow to validate .sqlite files in Node.js
function isSQLITE(buffer: Buffer): boolean {
const signature = Buffer.from([0x53, 0x51, 0x4C, 0x69, 0x74, 0x65, 0x20, 0x66]);
return buffer.subarray(0, 8).equals(signature);
}How to validate .sqlite files in Go
func IsSQLITE(data []byte) bool {
signature := []byte{0x53, 0x51, 0x4C, 0x69, 0x74, 0x65, 0x20, 0x66}
if len(data) < 8 {
return false
}
return bytes.Equal(data[:8], signature)
}API Endpoint
/api/v1/sqlite
curl https://filesignature.org/api/v1/sqlite
See the full API documentation for all endpoints and parameters.
Related Formats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a .sqlite file?
A .sqlite file is identified by the magic bytes 53 51 4C 69 74 65 20 66 at byte offset 0. SQLite is a self-contained relational database file format created by D. Richard Hipp and maintained by the SQLite Project. It is used for embedded databases in mobile apps, desktop software, web browsers, and other applications that need local structured storage without a separate database server. The format is generally safe, though database files from untrusted sources can be manipulated to trigger application errors or expose stored data if improperly handled.
What are the magic bytes for .sqlite files?
The magic bytes for SQLITE (.sqlite) files are 53 51 4C 69 74 65 20 66 at byte offset 0. These bytes identify the file format more reliably than the extension alone.
How do I validate a .sqlite file?
To validate a .sqlite file, read the first bytes of the file and compare them against the known magic bytes (53 51 4C 69 74 65 20 66) at offset 0. This is more reliable than checking the file extension alone, as extensions can be renamed.
What is the MIME type for .sqlite files?
There is no officially registered MIME type for .sqlite files. Systems typically use application/octet-stream as a generic fallback when handling this format.
Is it safe to open .sqlite files?
SQLITE (.sqlite) files are generally safe to open. They are classified as low risk because they primarily contain data rather than executable code. However, always ensure files come from a trusted source.