What is MIME type "application/vnd.intu.qfx"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

application/vnd.intu.qfx is the MIME type for files with the QFX extension. It is designed to handle the exchange of financial data, primarily banking transactions.

These files carry structured information such as dates, amounts, and descriptions from bank accounts. They help personal finance software import and reconcile transaction records efficiently.

Main use: Importing and exchanging banking transactions between financial institutions and personal finance applications.
Ensures secure and consistent transfer of detailed financial data.
Facilitates automated account updates and financial record management.

Learn more about this file type at Filext.

Associated file extensions

.qfx

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:


    Content-Type: application/vnd.intu.qfx

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:


    <a href="file.dat" type="application/vnd.intu.qfx">Download file</a>

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:


    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'application/vnd.intu.qfx');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.qfx

FAQ

What is a MIME type?

A MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) type is a standard that indicates the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. MIME types are defined and standardized in IETF's RFC 6838.

MIME types are important because they help browsers and servers understand how to process a file. When a browser receives a file from a server, it uses the MIME type to determine how to display or handle the content, whether it's an image to display, a PDF to open in a viewer, or a video to play.

MIME types consist of a type and a subtype, separated by a slash (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg, application/pdf). Some MIME types also include optional parameters.

How do I find the MIME type for a file?

You can check the file extension or use a file identification tool such as file --mime-type on the command line. Many programming languages also provide libraries to detect MIME types.

Why are multiple MIME types listed for one extension?

Different applications and historical conventions may use alternative MIME identifiers for the same kind of file. Showing them all helps ensure compatibility across systems.