Univik MDF File Converter

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Convert & Export SQL Server MDF Data

Univik MDF File Converter is a Windows desktop tool that reads SQL Server database files directly at the binary level. Preview every table, then export the data to 9 formats including SQL scripts, Excel and Parquet. No SQL Server instance, no attach and no restore. Just pick the MDF file and start working.

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*Free trial lets you load files and preview every table and its records. A license unlocks unlimited export, starting from $99.

No SQL Server Needed: Read the MDF file straight from disk with no attach, no restore and no LDF log file.
Export to 9 Formats: Save any table as CSV, Excel, SQL script, JSON, XML, Parquet or Access.
Rebuild and Restore: Rebuild the full database on any SQL Server with SQL scripts that cover tables, views, procedures and triggers. Batch export hundreds of tables in one run.
Corrupt or lost data? Fix a suspect file or carve out records no tool can still see with SQL Database Recovery.

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Supported SQL Server Versions

SQL Server 2025

SQL Server 2022

SQL Server 2019

SQL Server 2017

SQL Server 2016

SQL Server 2014

SQL Server 2012

SQL Server 2008 R2

SQL Server 2008

SQL Server 2005

SQL Server 2000

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See MDF File Converter In Action

A quick look at the app as it loads every table and exports to any format without SQL Server.

MDF tables loaded with live record counts

All tables loaded with live record counts, no SQL Server running

Export options showing nine output formats

Export any table to 9 formats

Key Features

Why Choose Univik MDF Converter

Built for DBAs, developers and analysts who need clean data out of any MDF file and into the format they use next.

Convert MDF Files without SQL Server

Convert the MDF file directly from disk at page and record level. No SQL Server service, no attach, no restore and no LDF log file. Works on copies of live files, detached files and files pulled from backups.

Preview and Select Tables to Export

Line up your export by checking every table with live record counts, then use table search and value search to target the exact rows you need before saving. Only need read only browsing without exporting? The free MDF Viewer is built for that.

Portable SQL Script Export

Export a full CREATE TABLE plus batched INSERT statements, ready to rebuild the table on any SQL Server. A schema only script is available when you only need the structure without the rows.

Schema Accurate Conversion

Every column keeps its true data type, length, nullability and key information, so the data lands correctly in Excel, Access, Parquet or a new SQL Server database.

Corrupt or Deleted Data?

Repairing a corrupt or suspect file is a job for our dedicated SQL Database Recovery tool. It also carves out records this converter can no longer see and rebuilds dropped tables. This converter focuses on exporting readable data, visible deleted rows included.

Batch Export in Parallel

Select any set of tables with checkboxes, choose one format for the whole batch and decide whether deleted records are included. Each table saves as its own file with the correct extension and many tables run in parallel with a live progress report.

Restore to SQL Server

A built in SQL restore tool scripts recovered tables back into a live SQL Server database. It works together with the SQL script export when you want manual control over the rebuild.

Read Only and Fully Offline

The MDF file opens in read only mode and is never modified. All output goes to new files you choose. Everything runs on your Windows machine with no cloud upload, which keeps sensitive financial, medical and legal data private.

Export Options

Export to 9 Formats

Save any table in the format your next tool expects, from spreadsheets to data pipelines. Recovered deleted records are marked in every format so they never mix silently with live data.

CSV .csv

Spreadsheets, imports and universal exchange. Choose delimiter, encoding, header and quoting options.

Excel Workbook .xlsx

Reports and analysis in Microsoft Excel. Recovered deleted records are marked so you can filter them apart.

SQL Script, schema and data .sql

CREATE TABLE plus batched INSERT statements, ready to run and rebuild the table on any SQL Server.

SQL Script, schema only .sql

Recreate the table structure without data when you only need the shape of the database.

JSON Lines .jsonl

One record per line for data pipelines and streaming tools that read row by row.

JSON Array .json

A standard array of objects for web applications and APIs.

XML .xml

Legacy systems and document workflows. Deleted rows carry a clear deleted attribute.

Apache Parquet .parquet

Columnar format for big data tools, Spark, Python and analytics workloads.

Access Database .accdb

Move a table straight into Microsoft Access with recovered records marked apart.

Deleted records included in every format Three ways to export: toolbar, right click or batch

Corrupt file, suspect database or deleted data?

This converter exports readable data, including deleted records still visible in the file. To repair a corrupt or suspect MDF file, carve out records the converter can no longer see or rebuild a dropped table, use our dedicated SQL Database Recovery tool. It runs the same engine with the recovery features turned on.

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Beyond Tables

Every Schema Object

Tables are only part of a database. The converter reads and extracts the programmable objects too, scripting each one as T-SQL right next to your data.

Views

The full SELECT definition exported, ready to recreate the view.

Stored Procedures

Complete procedure bodies scripted exactly as they were written.

Functions

Scalar and table valued functions, exported with their parameters.

Triggers

Table and database triggers scripted with the objects they belong to.

Synonyms

Alias definitions carried across with their targets.

Sequences

Number generators exported with current value, step and range.

Assemblies

CLR assembly registrations included in the schema script.

Data Types

User defined types written out before the tables that use them.

Rules

Legacy validation rules included with their column bindings.

Defaults

Standalone defaults from older schemas, carried across.

A rebuilt database carries its full schema, not only tables. Objects export in dependency order, so the generated script runs cleanly on a new server.

How It Works

Four Simple Steps

Open the file, review recovered data and export it, all without SQL Server.

Behind the four steps, Univik reads the MDF at the page level straight from the file, so it needs no SQL Server.

Step 1: Load the MDF File

Launch the tool and select your MDF file. Tables load with live record counts and no SQL Server is running.

Step 2: Preview and Select Tables

Browse the records in any table, then check the tables you want to export.

Step 3: Choose Tables and Format

Pick one table or check many and select one of the 9 export formats.

Step 4: Export or Restore

Run the export to save your files or restore the tables straight back into SQL Server.

Quick Start Guide

Download and install: Install on Windows 10 or 11 with .NET Framework 4.8 or higher. No SQL Server required.
Load the MDF file: Select your file. Every table loads with its live record count.
Filter and search: Use the table search and value search to find the records you need.
Pick a format: Choose CSV, Excel, SQL, JSON, XML, Parquet or Access.
Export or restore: Export selected tables in parallel or restore tables to SQL Server.

Comparison

Univik vs Other Options

See how Univik MDF File Converter compares to manual SQL Server scripting and online tools.

Univik MDF File Converter

No SQL Server Needed: Reads the MDF file straight from disk with no attach or restore.
SQL Script Export: CREATE TABLE plus INSERTs, ready to run on any server.
Direct to Excel and Parquet: No scripting, open the data straight away.
Restore to SQL Server: Rebuild tables on a live server in one step.
9 Export Formats: CSV, Excel, SQL, JSON Lines, JSON, XML, Parquet and Access.
Batch and Parallel: Export many tables in one run with live progress.
Read Only and Private: Never changes the file, nothing leaves your machine.

Manual Scripts and Online Tools

Requires SQL Server: bcp, sqlcmd and the SSMS Generate Scripts wizard all need a running SQL Server instance.
SQL Only: BCP and scripts do not produce Excel, Parquet or Access.
Manual Schema: You write every CREATE TABLE by hand.
Needs a Live Server: Export only works while SQL Server is running.
Limited Formats: A SQL script only produces SQL, not Excel, Parquet or Access.
One Table at a Time: Manual export means scripting every table by hand.
Privacy Risk: Online tools upload your database to third party servers.

Technical Data Sheet

Technical Specifications

Product details, system requirements and compatibility.

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Supported Input File

MDF SQL Server Primary Data File:
• SQL Server 2000, 2005, 2008, 2008 R2
• SQL Server 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017
• SQL Server 2019, 2022, 2025
• Detached, offline and corrupted files
Collation detected automatically.

Product Name:	Univik MDF File Converter
Version:	6.7 (Latest)
File Size:	18.4 MB
License Delivery:	Instant via Email
License Price:	Starting from $99 Buy Now
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Latest Release

Version 6.7 Highlights

Deleted record recovery in red
Dropped table recovery
Corrupt file repair engine
Apache Parquet export
SQL Server 2025 support

Output Formats:

CSV, Excel XLSX, SQL script (schema and data), SQL script (schema only), JSON Lines, JSON array, XML, Apache Parquet and Access ACCDB

Hard Disk:	50 MB free (500 MB recommended for large exports)
RAM:	2 GB minimum (4 GB recommended for large databases)
Processor:	Intel Core i3 or equivalent

Platforms:

Windows: 11 and 10 (64-bit)
Server: 2016 and later

Prerequisites:

.NET Framework: 4.8 or higher
No SQL Server: No SQL Server or SSMS needed
Access: Read access to the MDF file, nothing else

Pricing

Licenses Start at $99

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Univik MDF File Converter.

An MDF file is the primary data file for a SQL Server database. For a full breakdown of the format, see our MDF file guide. Univik MDF File Converter converts the file directly from disk, so you can convert and export it without installing SQL Server.

No. There is no SQL Server, no ATTACH, no RESTORE and no LDF log file needed. You only need read access to the MDF file. The software does need .NET Framework 4.8 or higher on Windows.

MDF files from SQL Server 2000, 2005, 2008, 2008 R2, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2022 and 2025 are supported. The tool detects the database collation and decodes text in the correct code page.

Yes. Export a SQL script with schema and data, which is a CREATE TABLE plus INSERT statements ready to run on any SQL Server. A built in restore tool can also push tables straight into a live server.

Use Excel XLSX for spreadsheets and reports. Use Apache Parquet or JSON Lines for analytics tools like Spark and Python. Every format keeps the correct data types.

Use our dedicated SQL Database Recovery tool. It repairs corrupt and suspect files, carves out records this converter can no longer see and rebuilds dropped tables. This converter exports readable data, including deleted records still visible in the file.

Every table can be saved as CSV, Excel workbook, SQL script with schema and data, SQL script schema only, JSON Lines, JSON array, XML, Apache Parquet or Access database. You choose the tables and the format for each export.

The MDF file opens in read only mode and is never modified. All output goes to new files you choose. This makes the tool safe for forensic and evidence work.

Yes. A built in SQL restore tool scripts tables back into a live SQL Server database and works together with the SQL script export when you want manual control.

Yes. The converter reads and extracts views, synonyms, stored procedures, functions, triggers, assemblies, user defined data types, rules, defaults and sequences from the MDF file. Each object is scripted as T-SQL next to your table data, so a rebuilt database carries its full schema, not only tables.

No. Two unrelated formats share the .mdf extension. This converter reads SQL Server database files, the kind that hold tables and records. Disc image MDF files from Alcohol 120% are CD and DVD copies and belong in a disc tool that converts them to ISO. If your file came from a burner or an old game backup, it is the disc image kind.

The free trial opens any MDF file, lists every table with live record counts and previews the data, so you can confirm your database reads correctly before paying. Export in the trial is limited and the full license removes the limit. Nothing is uploaded and no SQL Server is needed at any stage.

Uploading a database is rarely a good idea. MDF files are often gigabytes in size and hold live business records, so an online converter means a long upload and a copy of your data on someone else's server. This converter runs entirely on your machine: the file never leaves your disk, which also makes it suitable for regulated and forensic work.

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