JNLP File Extension

Java Network Launching Protocol

Overview: What is JNLP File Extension?

JNLP file extension – Java Network Launching Protocol is used to manage and launch Java applications over web or network, XML (Extensible Markup Language) being its primary element.

These files are utilized mainly for stand-alone applications; it doesn't run on web browsers of the users. The files get downloaded to the PC, if it is configured properly and runs as a Java program or application.

The file includes href that says about the URL at which the file is stored or located. It contains specs, application version, codebase, title, shortcuts, menus, permissions for security and much more.

Application Category

Web Files

Organization

Oracle Corporation

Technical Specifications

MIME Type Details

Standard Identifier Application/x-java-jnlp-file

Official media type used by web servers to trigger Java Web Start.

Applications Supported

Oracle Java Web Start

Text Editors (Notepad++, Atom, etc.)

How to Open and View JNLP file

The JNLP file can be easily opened using any text editor like Notepad++, Atom, and others to view the underlying XML structure.