File archives

7-Zip

7-Zip opens and creates archive files through a desktop interface and command-line tools.

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Category
Productivity
Platforms to check
Windows, macOS, Linux
Pricing and license
See publisher terms

Where 7-Zip fits

Use it when handling compressed downloads or packaging a collection of local files.

Check before you choose

Check the output format needed by the recipient and test extraction before deleting the originals.

Find the right edition

Start with the destination for your device or the publisher's website. Use the current requirements and terms there to confirm the edition you need.

Compare the workflow

Separate personal notes, office documents and shared project tracking when comparing options. Local files offer a different ownership model from a hosted workspace, and synchronization is not a substitute for a backup.

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