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WinRAR

Compresses files into smaller archives for easier storage and transmission

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+Compression and DecompressionAllows users to significantly reduce file sizes for easier storage and transmission
+Splitting ArchivesAllows breaking down large files into smaller, more manageable parts
+Encryption and Password ProtectionOffers AES 256-bit encryption and password protection for secure archives.
+Wide Format SupportHandles RAR, ZIP, CAB, ARJ, LZH, TAR, GZip, UUE, ISO, BZIP2, Z, and 7-Zip formats.
+Integration with ShellIntegrates seamlessly with the Windows shell, allowing access to archive functions through the right-click menu.
+Repair Damaged ArchivesRepair corrupted or damaged archives.
+Customizable Compression SettingsFine-tuning compression levels allows users to strike a balance between file size and compression speed
-PopupSome users may find the premium install popup annoying.

Platform

Social

   

System Requirements

Version ↓
#Minimum
1
120 MB of free RAM (since v4.20)

Ratings

4.15
5

CNET
4.5
5
based on 192 reviews
CNET
4.0
5
based on professional's opinion
FileHippo
8.0
10
based on 722 reviews
FileHippo
7.0
10
based on 691 reviews
FileHorse
7.1
10
based on 521 reviews
FileHorse
7.9
10
based on 41 reviews
Google Play
4.4
5
based on 726788 reviews
Softonic
8.0
10
based on 25710 reviews
Softonic
8.0
10
based on 3223 reviews
Softpedia
4.5
5
based on 2406 reviews
TechSpot
4.5
5
based on 87 reviews
TechSpot
4.3
5
based on 1908 reviews
Uptodown
4.0
5
based on 30 reviews
Uptodown
4.9
5
based on 23 reviews

Written in

C++

Initial Release

22 April 1995

Repository

WinRAR being a proprietary software, its source code is not publicly hosted.

Categories

File Archiver

Alternatives

File Archiver
7-Zip   Hamster Zip Archiver   PeaZip