Cross-platform archiver

Fast, reliable archivingacross every platform

One app to compress, extract, and manage your files.

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Latest version v7.45

Fast extraction · 40+ formats · AES-256 encryption

Bandizip desktop application

Simple, yet powerful

Why choose Bandizip

Seriously fast

Multithreaded technology uses modern processors efficiently, even for large archives.

Broad compatibility

Open 40+ archive formats across Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.

Secure by design

AES-256 encryption and integrity checks keep private files protected.

Core features

From opening a file to sharing it securely

A clear workflow, a dependable archive engine, and useful tools for everyday and professional work.

  • Fast compression and extraction
  • Split archives and large-file support
  • Password protection and filename encryption
  • Archive integrity testing

Format compatibility

One tool for popular archive formats

Use Bandizip to open, extract, and manage ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, ISO, and other common archives without installing a different tool for every format.

Open and extract

ZIP, RAR, 7Z, ZIPX, TAR, ISO, GZ, XZ, ALZ, EGG, and 40+ formats

Create archives

Create ZIP, 7Z, ZIPX, TAR, TGZ, LZH, ISO, GZ, XZ, and more

Security and integrity

AES-256 encryption, password protection, and archive integrity testing

Supported formats

Getting started

Start using Bandizip in three steps

Go from download to your first compression or extraction in a few simple steps.

  1. Choose a platform

    Choose Windows, macOS, Android, or iOS from this site's download center.

  2. Install and open a file

    Open an archive directly or start from the system context menu.

  3. Compress, extract, and share

    Choose a destination, archive format, and password settings to finish the job.

Downloads

Choose your version

Get the latest release from this site or browse previous versions.

Browse previous versions

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Bandizip

Learn about editions, archive support, security, and downloads.

FAQ
Can I use Bandizip for free?

Yes. Bandizip offers a version you can download and use for free, alongside editions with additional professional features.

Which archive formats does Bandizip support?

Bandizip can open more than 40 popular archive formats, including ZIP, RAR, 7Z, ZIPX, TAR, ISO, GZ, and XZ.

Can Bandizip extract RAR and 7Z files?

Yes. You can open and extract RAR and 7Z archives directly or use the system context menu.

Does Bandizip support file encryption?

Yes. You can password-protect archives and use encryption such as AES-256 when creating them.

Where can I download previous versions?

Visit the previous versions page to find older installers and their release notes.

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