# View.var archived SVR footage

**GoSafer Security Knowledge Base**

*This operational reference is organized for GoSafer Security customers and staff. Alarm.com product names are retained where required for technical accuracy.*

## Overview

Files with a.var extension can only be opened using the Archive Viewer program, which is available for Windows.

<table id="bkmrk-platformcustomer-web"> <tbody> <tr><th>Platform</th><td>Customer Website</td></tr> <tr><th>Content type</th><td>How-to / Configuration</td></tr> <tr><th>Source last updated</th><td>2026-05-27</td></tr> </tbody></table>

## Procedure

Files with the.var extension require the Archive Viewer program to view.

To download the Archive Viewer, click Archive Viewer program for Windows. This program enables you to view the.var file exported on your storage device.

Note: The Archive Viewer only works using the Windows operating system. For alterative ways to export and view footage, see Export video using the ADC-CSVR2000P/2008P/2016P local interface and Download saved video from an SVR.

## Source and support

For GoSafer Security assistance, visit [gosafersecurity.com](https://gosafersecurity.com/).

Original Alarm.com reference: [https://answers.alarm.com/Customer/Website\_and\_App/Video/Saved\_Video/View\_.var\_archived\_SVR\_footage](https://answers.alarm.com/Customer/Website_and_App/Video/Saved_Video/View_.var_archived_SVR_footage)

<small>Always verify safety, installation, compatibility, and current UI details against the original manufacturer documentation before operational use.</small>