Univik IB File Converter is a professional Windows software to open Nokia Series 30+ phonebook backup files (phonebook.ib) and export contacts with names and phone numbers to vCard, CSV, Excel, JSON and more formats.
*Free trial exports first 10 contacts per file. Full version for unlimited conversion.

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What Nokia Phonebook.ib Files Contain
Contact Names
Full names stored in phonebook
Phone Numbers
Mobile and landline numbers
Multiple Entries
All contacts in backup file
Nokia phonebook.ib files store contact names and phone numbers from Nokia Series 30+ feature phones
Key Features
Professional-grade software with powerful features designed for converting Nokia phonebook backup data efficiently.
Nokia Series 30+ Support
Full support for Nokia Series 30+ feature phone phonebook backups including Nokia 105, 106, 130, 150, 215, 225, 3310 (2017), 8110 4G and all phones using the phonebook.ib backup format.
Contact Preview
Preview all contact details before export: view contact names and phone numbers in an easy-to-read interface before converting to your desired format.
vCard Export Options
Export contacts to vCard format with multiple options: single VCF file with all contacts, individual VCF files per contact, and choice of vCard 2.1, 3.0 or 4.0 versions for maximum compatibility.
Data Export Formats
Export to CSV, Excel XML, JSON, XML, HTML and Plain Text formats. Create spreadsheets for analysis or web pages for viewing your contact list.
Selective Contact Export
Choose specific contacts for export using checkbox selection. Select/deselect individual entries, search and filter contacts before exporting only what you need.
Multi-Language Support
Full Unicode support for international characters in contact names: European names with accents, Chinese/Japanese/Korean characters, Arabic, Hebrew, Cyrillic scripts displayed correctly.
Export Options
Multiple Export Formats
Available Export Formats
vCard Formats
vCard 2.1, vCard 3.0, vCard 4.0
Export to single VCF file or individual VCFs per contact. All vCard versions supported for compatibility.
Data Formats
CSV, Excel XML, JSON, XML
Export for data analysis, imports and integration with other applications.
Document Formats
HTML, Text
Create readable contact lists for viewing, printing or web publishing.
| # | Format | Extension | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vCard 3.0 | .vcf | Standard vCard format (recommended) |
| 2 | vCard 4.0 | .vcf | Latest vCard standard with extended properties |
| 3 | vCard 2.1 | .vcf | Legacy vCard format for older devices |
| 4 | CSV | .csv | Comma-separated values for spreadsheets |
| 5 | Excel XML | .xml | Microsoft Excel compatible XML spreadsheet |
| 6 | JSON | .json | JavaScript Object Notation for web apps |
| 7 | XML | .xml | Generic XML format for data exchange |
| 8 | HTML | .html | Web page format with styled contact list |
| 9 | Plain Text | .txt | Simple text format |
Use Cases
Who Benefits from this Software
Broken Phone Recovery
Phone damaged or lost? Export contacts from your Nokia phonebook backup to vCard or CSV for import to a new phone or email client.
Contact Migration
Switching to a smartphone? Export Nokia phonebook contacts to vCard format for easy import into Android, iPhone or cloud contact services.
Create Contact Archive
Convert old Nokia phonebook backups to CSV or Excel format for permanent archive. Store in spreadsheet for easy access and searching.
IT Support & Helpdesk
Help users recover and export contacts from their Nokia phonebook backups. Convert to standard formats for import into new devices.
Consolidate Backups
Export contacts from multiple Nokia phonebook.ib backup files and combine them into a single contact list in your preferred format.
Find Old Contacts
Search through old Nokia phonebook backups to find specific phone numbers. Export to CSV for easy searching and filtering.
Comparison
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Univik Nokia IB Converter
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How It Works
Simple Conversion Steps
Quick Start Guide
Help & Support
Frequently Asked Questions
A Nokia IB file (typically named phonebook.ib) is a phonebook backup file created by Nokia Series 30+ feature phones. It contains contact names and phone numbers stored on the device. The converter extracts this data and exports it to formats like vCard, CSV, Excel, etc.
Nokia Series 30+ feature phones create phonebook.ib backup files. This includes models like Nokia 105, 106, 130, 150, 215, 225, 3310 (2017), 8110 4G and other similar Nokia feature phones that use the .ib backup format.
The software supports export to all major vCard versions: vCard 2.1 (for older devices), vCard 3.0 (recommended - best compatibility) and vCard 4.0 (latest standard). You can export to a single VCF file or individual VCF files per contact.
Besides vCard, you can export to: CSV (comma-separated values for spreadsheets), Excel XML (Microsoft Excel compatible), JSON (for web applications), XML (generic data exchange), HTML (web page format), and Plain Text.
Yes! Full Unicode support for international characters: European names with accents (é, ü, ñ), Chinese/Japanese/Korean characters, Arabic, Hebrew, Cyrillic scripts and international phone formats with country codes. All characters preserved accurately in exports.
The free trial provides full functionality for evaluation: unlimited preview, all features available. Export is limited to first 10 contacts per Nokia IB file. Purchase full license ($29+) for unlimited export.
Your data is completely safe and private. Univik Nokia IB Converter is a desktop application that works 100% offline. Your contacts are never uploaded to any server, no internet required for conversion and all processing happens locally on your computer.
Still have questions? Contact support or Live Chat
Customer Reviews
What Users Say About Us
Michael K.
IT Support Specialist
"Saved hours of work! A client brought in an old Nokia 3310 backup and needed contacts exported. This tool opened the .ib file instantly and exported to vCard for import into their new phone. Fantastic!"
Sandra L.
Home User
"My father's Nokia 105 broke and we thought all his contacts were lost. Found the phonebook.ib backup file and this software recovered everything perfectly. All 200+ contacts exported to CSV. Thank you!"
Rajesh J.
Mobile Shop Owner
"We help customers recover data from old Nokia phones daily. This tool handles all Series 30+ backups perfectly. International names with Hindi and Arabic characters export correctly. Essential tool for our shop."
Proven Performance You Can Trust
Real metrics from Nokia phonebook conversions worldwide
15+
Nokia Models Supported
99%
Data Accuracy Rate
50K+
Contacts Converted
100+
Countries Served
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About the Developer
Built by Data Conversion Experts
Univik Inc.
File Conversion & Data Recovery Since 2013
Univik specializes in developing professional-grade file conversion and data extraction tools. Our team has deep expertise in proprietary file formats from mobile devices, email clients, and legacy systems.
With over a decade of experience, we've helped thousands of users recover and convert data from obsolete formats including Nokia phonebook backups, email archives, and contact databases.
Our Engineering Approach
Format Analysis - Reverse-engineer Nokia IB binary structure
Data Extraction - Parse contact names and phone numbers
Unicode Handling - Support for international character sets
Format Export - Generate standards-compliant vCard, CSV, etc.
12+
Years Experience
50+
Conversion Tools
100+
Countries
10K+
Total Downloads
Technical Information
Understanding Nokia IB Files
What is a Nokia IB (phonebook.ib) File?
A Nokia IB file (typically named phonebook.ib) is a proprietary binary backup format created by Nokia Series 30+ feature phones. These files store phonebook contacts including names and phone numbers in a compressed binary structure.
Nokia Series 30+ phones include popular models like Nokia 3310 (2017 edition), Nokia 105, 106, 130, 150, 215, 225, and 8110 4G. When you backup contacts on these phones, they create a phonebook.ib file on the memory card or internal storage.
| Full Name | Nokia Phonebook Backup |
| Extension | .ib |
| Common Filename | phonebook.ib |
| Developer | Nokia / HMD Global |
| Format Type | Binary (Proprietary) |
| Contains | Contact names, Phone numbers |
| Phone Series | Nokia Series 30+ |
Supported Nokia Models
Don't Lose Your Contacts!
Nokia IB files are in a proprietary binary format that cannot be opened with standard contact applications. Without proper conversion software, your contacts may become permanently inaccessible.
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