ZIP is the most widely supported archive format: every operating system opens it without extra software. It compresses each file separately, usually with Deflate, so single files can be pulled out quickly. ZIP files can be saved as 7Z, TAR, TAR.GZ, TAR.BZ2, TAR.XZ, RAR, and most of these conversions run right in your browser, so your files stay on your device.
What is a ZIP file?
ZIP – ZIP archive. ZIP is the most widely supported archive format: every operating system opens it without extra software. It compresses each file separately, usually with Deflate, so single files can be pulled out quickly.
How to convert a ZIP file
- Click Select File, or drop your .zip files anywhere on this page.
- Pick the format you want next to each file, for example ZIP.
- Click Convert, then Download when it's done.
ZIP at a glance
| ZIP | |
|---|---|
| Type | Archive |
| Holds | Many files and folders |
| Compression | Deflate |
| Encryption | AES-256, or the weak legacy ZipCrypto |
| Created by | Phil Katz (PKWARE), 1989 |
| Best for | Sharing files with anyone |
Frequently asked questions
What is a ZIP file?
ZIP is the most widely supported archive format: every operating system opens it without extra software. It compresses each file separately, usually with Deflate, so single files can be pulled out quickly.
How do I open a ZIP file?
Windows, macOS and most Linux desktops open ZIP files by themselves: double-click the file. To get a smaller archive, convert it to 7Z here.
Is converting ZIP files free?
Yes. Everyone gets 25 free credits a day, with no account needed. Conversions on our server use one credit per started minute of work, so most cost a single credit. Credits reset at midnight UTC.
Are my ZIP files uploaded anywhere?
Files up to 200 MB never leave your device: ConvertKitty runs 7-Zip inside your browser. Only larger files, or formats your browser cannot handle, are sent to our server, over an encrypted connection, and deleted 72 hours after the conversion. The button says "Upload and convert" whenever that happens.
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