Unzip ZIP/RAR/7Z Online — Free & Private

Open and extract ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR.GZ and more directly in your browser. No upload, no server processing — 100% private and free.

ZIP, 7Z, RARPassword SupportBatch DownloadNo Upload

Open ZIP, RAR and 7Z files online — no installation

Use this fast zip file extractor to open zip files, open rar files, and extract 7z archives in the browser. It’s a lightweight alternative to WinRAR, 7‑Zip and WinZip for quick tasks, and you can even package selected items as a new ZIP.

Loading archive extractor...

Expert Knowledge

Frequently Asked Questions🤔

Everything you need to know about archive extraction, compression formats, and file management

  1. Click to select or drag a .zip, .rar, .7z, or .tar.gz file here.
  2. Browse the folder tree and select the files or folders you need.
  3. Download a file directly, or download folders/multiple items as a ZIP.

This works fully in your browser — no upload required. Ideal when you just want to open zip files, open rar files, or extract 7z archives quickly.

Yes — for quick extraction tasks. MageKit opens ZIP, RAR and 7Z straight in the browser with no installation, making it a lightweight alternative to WinRAR, 7‑Zip and WinZip.

After opening a RAR, select one or more items and click Download. The selection is packaged as a new ZIP that preserves the original folder structure, so it behaves like a RAR→ZIP conversion.

ZIP (.zip) 🗜️

  • Most common and widely supported compression format ✅
  • Works on all platforms: Windows, Mac, and Linux 🌍
  • Supports both compressed and stored files 📂
  • Can contain nested folders and maintain directory structure 🗂️
  • No size limitations for individual files or archives 🚀

TAR (.tar, .tar.gz, .tgz) 📦

  • Unix/Linux standard archiving format 🐧
  • TAR is an uncompressed container format 📋
  • TAR.GZ combines TAR with GZIP compression 🔗
  • Preserves file permissions and ownership information 🔐
  • Commonly used for source code distribution 💻

RAR (.rar) 🔴

  • Proprietary format with excellent compression ratio 💯
  • RAR4 and RAR5 formats supported 📊
  • Good for sharing large files over networks 🌐
  • Solid archives for even better compression 🎯

7Z (.7z) 🎯

  • Open-source format with excellent compression 🔓
  • Often produces smaller archives than ZIP 📉
  • Supports large file sizes and split archives 📦
  • Growing adoption for file distribution 📈

Other Formats 📁

  • GZIP (.gz) - single file compression ✂️
  • BZIP2 (.bz2) - high compression ratio 📐
  • XZIP (.xz) - excellent compression efficiency ⚡
  • CAB (.cab) - Windows cabinet format 🪟
  • ISO (.iso) - disk image format 💿

Expert Suggestion 💫

For maximum compatibility, ZIP is the best choice. For superior compression, use 7Z or RAR. For Unix/Linux systems, TAR.GZ is the standard. Choose based on your target audience and compression needs.

Upload Step ⬆️

  • Select your archive file from your device 📂
  • Files are processed entirely in your browser 🔒
  • No files are uploaded to any server - privacy first 🛡️
  • Supports drag and drop for convenience 🎯

Processing Step ⚙️

  • Archive structure is analyzed and decompressed 🔍
  • Files are extracted into memory for display 💾
  • Directory structure and file metadata are preserved 📋
  • File types are automatically detected 🎨

Preview & Download Step 📥

  • Browse the full directory structure interactively 🗂️
  • Preview file contents (for text, images, etc.) 👁️
  • Download individual files or entire folders 💾
  • Download preserves original directory structure 📁

Privacy & Security 🔐

All processing happens in your browser using client-side libraries. Your files never leave your device, and no data is stored on our servers. You have complete control over your files.

Yes, Structure is Always Preserved ✅

  • Original folder hierarchy is maintained 📂
  • Nested directories are fully supported 🗂️
  • File paths within archives are respected 📍
  • Empty folders are preserved (when downloading) 📁

Download Behavior 💾

  • Single files download directly as-is 📄
  • Folders download as a ZIP file with structure intact 📦
  • Multiple selections are packaged as a new ZIP archive 📮
  • Original file names and folder names are preserved 🏷️
  • Special characters in file names are safely handled 🔤

Example Structure 📊

archive.zip
├── project/
│   ├── src/
│   │   ├── index.js
│   │   └── utils.js
│   ├── public/
│   │   └── index.html
│   └── package.json
└── README.md

The above structure is preserved exactly when downloading. Each file maintains its path relative to the archive root.

Pro Tip 🎯

When downloading folders or multiple files, they're automatically packaged into a ZIP file. This creates a new ZIP archive that preserves the directory structure, making it easy to extract and maintain organization.

Single File Download 📄

  • Download any individual file from the archive ⬇️
  • Files download in their original format 📋
  • No recompression or conversion applied 🔒
  • Quick and efficient for accessing specific files ⚡

Folder Download 📁

  • Download entire folders as a ZIP archive 📦
  • Includes all nested subdirectories 🗂️
  • Directory structure is fully preserved 📍
  • Ready to extract and use immediately 🚀

Multiple Files Download 📮

  • Select and download multiple files at once ✅
  • Files are automatically packaged into a ZIP 📦
  • Relative paths are maintained in the new archive 🗂️
  • Convenient for batch operations 🎯

Size Limits 📊

  • Browser memory depends on your device specifications 💾
  • Typically handles files up to several GB 📈
  • Very large archives may require more system RAM 🖥️
  • Modern browsers support processing large files efficiently ⚡

Download Tip 🎯

Use the tree view to select exactly what you need. Selecting individual files is faster for small items, while downloading entire folders is convenient for maintaining project structure.

Client-Side Processing ✅

  • All processing happens in your browser 🌐
  • Files never leave your computer 💻
  • No data transmission to servers 🔒
  • Works completely offline once the page loads ⚡

Data Handling 🛡️

  • Files are stored only in browser memory 📋
  • Memory is cleared when you refresh the page 🧹
  • No cookies or local storage of archive data 🍪
  • No analytics or tracking of your files 👁️

Encryption & Passwords 🔑

  • Password-protected archives are supported 🔐
  • Passwords are processed locally in your browser 🛡️
  • No password transmission occurs 🚫
  • Encrypted content remains secure during extraction 🔒

Open Source & Transparency 📖

  • Uses well-known open-source libraries 🔓
  • No obfuscated or hidden code 👁️
  • Code can be audited and verified 🔍
  • Community-trusted compression libraries 🤝

Your Privacy Matters 🎯

You have complete control over your files. No registration required, no tracking, no data collection. Extract archives and manage files with complete peace of mind.

File Won't Extract ❌

  • Check if the archive is corrupted 🔍
  • Verify the file is a supported format 📋
  • Try downloading the archive again 🔄
  • Ensure your browser has enough memory 💾
  • Check browser console for error messages 🛠️

Password Protection Issues 🔐

  • Verify you've entered the correct password 🔑
  • Check for extra spaces in the password 🔤
  • Password is case-sensitive 🔠
  • Some formats may have specific password requirements ⚙️

Out of Memory / Slow Performance 🐢

  • Close other browser tabs to free up memory 🧹
  • Restart your browser if it becomes sluggish 🔄
  • Try processing smaller archives first 📦
  • Upgrade to a device with more RAM for very large files 💾
  • Use modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) for best performance 🌐

Character Encoding Issues 🔤

  • Some archives use non-UTF8 encoding ⚠️
  • File names might display incorrectly 📝
  • But content extraction remains unaffected ✅
  • This is a known limitation of browser processing 🌐

Need More Help? 🆘

Try refreshing the page if you encounter any issues. If problems persist, check that your browser is up to date and supports the latest web standards.

Contact Us

Have questions about our tools? We're here to help!