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Why convert RAR to ZIP?
Fast
Your file is converted in under 30 seconds in our cloud.
Secure
Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour.
Quality preserved
Maximum quality preserved during conversion.
About the RAR format
RAR — Roshal ARchive
RAR is a proprietary archive format created by Eugene Roshal, widely used for distributing large files — particularly software, games, and media — often split across multiple volumes. While extraction is free (via WinRAR, 7-Zip, or The Unarchiver), creating RAR archives requires the proprietary WinRAR software.
Common uses
- Multi-part archive splitting for large file distribution
- Software and game distribution on the internet
- Recovery record support for damaged archives
- Extracting downloaded RAR archives and converting to ZIP/7Z
About the ZIP format
ZIP — ZIP Archive
ZIP is the most widely used archive format in the world, combining multiple files and folders into a single compressed package. Created in 1989 by Phil Katz, it has become the universal standard for file distribution, software packaging, and data compression on all major operating systems.
Common uses
- Distributing software and applications
- Compressing and sharing multiple files at once
- Email attachments bundling several documents
- Web deployment packages (WAR, JAR, DOCX are all ZIP-based)
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Frequently asked questions
How do I convert RAR to ZIP?
Upload your RAR file above, choose ZIP as the output format, then click Convert. Your ZIP file is ready to download in seconds — nothing to install, and it works in your browser.
Is the conversion free?
Yes, basic conversion is completely free. For large volumes, check out our paid plans.
What is the maximum file size?
Free accounts can convert files up to 25 MB. Pro accounts up to 100 MB.
How long are my files kept?
Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour on the free plan, 24 hours on Pro.
What formats are supported?
We support over 200 source and target formats. See our complete formats page.
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