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PeaZip

Free, open-source file archiver for Windows, Linux and Mac – 180+ formats

by PeaZip project

PRICEFree · open source

RUNS ONWindows, macOS, Linux

ALTERNATIVE TOWinRAR

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About PeaZip

PeaZip is a free, open-source file archiver for Windows, Linux and Mac with a modern interface. It opens more than 180 archive formats, including RAR, 7z, ZIP, TAR and ISO, and creates archives in 7z, ZIP, TAR and other formats.

It adds useful extras such as strong encryption, two-factor authentication for archives (password plus a key file), secure deletion of files, splitting and joining of large files, and tools to find duplicate files.

PeaZip is completely free, without ads, for personal and commercial use.

Key features

180+ formatsOpens RAR, 7z, ZIP, TAR, ISO and many more

Create archives7z, ZIP, TAR and other formats

EncryptionStrong encryption, with optional key file

Secure deletePermanently remove sensitive files

Split and joinDivide large files into parts

Cross-platformWindows, Linux and Mac

License and price

License type: Free · open source

System requirements

Operating system: Windows, macOS, Linux

Good and keep in mind

Good

Modern, clear interface
Runs on Windows, Linux and Mac
Free, without ads

Keep in mind

Cannot create RAR archives (it can open them)
The Mac version feels less native than Keka

Frequently asked questions

Is PeaZip free?

Yes. PeaZip is free and open source, without ads, also for commercial use.

What is the difference between PeaZip and 7-Zip?

Both are free and open source. PeaZip has a more modern interface and runs on Windows, Linux and Mac; 7-Zip is lighter and uses its own 7z format engine.

Other free alternatives to WinRAR

7-ZipThe best free choice on Windows · WindowsFree · open source KekaOpening RAR files on a Mac · macOSFree from the website

GUIDEBest Free Alternatives to WinRAR7-Zip, PeaZip and Keka compared: the best free alternatives to WinRAR to open RAR files and create 7z and ZIP archives on Windows, Mac and Linux.