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PeaZip is an archive tool with strong multi-search filter support for archive content. Users can create or extract several archives at once and build self-extracting archives. Users can export job definitions as command-line instructions, save archive layouts, and bookmark archives and folders. Additionally, it can scan and open compressed and uncompressed files with custom applications.
Other features include strong encryption, robust file copying, file splitting and joining (file spanning), secure data deletion, file comparison, checksum and hash generation, system benchmarking, and the ability to generate random passwords and keyfiles.
As an open-source file and archive manager, PeaZip boasts comprehensive availability: it’s cross-platform and offered as both portable and installable software for 32-bit and 64-bit Windows and Linux, ensuring its functionality across any desktop environment.
The program is freeware and available at no cost. Furthermore, it’s a portable application that needs no installation.
- Full support (read and write): 7z, FreeArc’s arc/wrc, sfx (7z and arc), bz2, gz, paq/lpaq/zpaq, pea, quad/balz, cut up, tar, upx, zip
- Read only (browse, extract, test): 7z, apk, bz, bz2, bzip2, tbz2, tbz, gz, gzip, tgz, tpz, tar, zip, zipx, z01, smzip, arj, cab, chm, chi, chq, chw, hxs, hxi, hxr, hxq, hxw, lit, cpio, deb, lzh, lha, rar, r01, 00, rpm, z, taz, tz, iso, jar, ear, war, lha, pet, pup, pak, pk3, pk4, slp, [Content], xpi, wim, u3p, lzma86, lzma, udf, xar, dmg, hfs, part1, split, swm, tpz, kmz, xz, txz, vhd, mslz, apm, mbr, fat, ntfs, exe, dll, sys, msi, msp, ods, ots, odm, oth, oxt, odb, odf, odg, otg, odp, otp, odt, ott, gnm, doc, dot, xls, xlt, ppt, pps, pot, docx, dotx, xlsx, xltx, swf, flv, quad, balz, zpaq, paq8f, paq8jd, paq8l, paq8o, lpaq1, lpaq5, lpaq8, ace, arc, wrc, 001, pea, cbz, cbr, cba, cb7, cbt (and more…)
- Repair: FreeArc’s arc/wrc
PeaZip can extract most archive formats from Windows and Unix environments, ranging from mainstream formats like 7Z, RAR, TAR, and ZIP to experimental ones, including the PAQ/LPAQ family, making it the most powerful compressor available. It supports a wide range of compression and encryption standards, from the fastest to the most powerful. Additionally, PeaZip allows users to export job definitions as scripts, bridging the gap between GUI and console applications while enabling them to choose the best of both worlds.
PeaZip has a safe deletion feature, can confirm file checksums and hashes, and supports multiple robust encryption requirements, optionally using two-factor authentication (password and keyfile) for elevated security:
- 7Z: 7-Zip AES256 encryption
- ZIP: WinZip AES256 AE encryption and ZipCrypto for legacy compatibility; can decrypt PKZip’s AES encryption
- ARC: FreeARC AES256, Blowfish, Twofish256 and Serpent256
- PEA: AES256 EAX authenticated encryption
PeaZip is localized in 29 languages and can deal with all the most popular archive formats (150+ file types), supporting a wide selection of advanced file and archive management features (search, bookmarks, thumbnail viewer, hashing, find duplicate files, convert archives…), particularly targeted at security (strong encryption, two-factor authentication, encrypted password manager, safe deletion…).
PeaZip – Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| ✓ Supports hundreds of archive formats for extracting files and creates popular archive types such as ZIP, 7Z, and TAR. | ✗ The interface includes many advanced options that may feel overwhelming for users who only need basic file compression. |
| ✓ Includes strong encryption and password protection options to help secure sensitive files before sharing or storing them. | ✗ Compression speed can vary depending on the selected archive format and encryption settings. |
| ✓ Offers batch compression and extraction tools, making it easy to process multiple archives in a single operation. | ✗ Does not provide built-in cloud storage integration for directly managing archives stored in online services. |
| ✓ Integrates with Windows Explorer, allowing users to compress, extract, and manage archives directly from the context menu. | ✗ Some less common archive formats are supported only for extraction and cannot be created. |
| ✓ Completely free and open source, with no feature restrictions or advertisements in the core application. | ✗ Lacks collaboration and file-sharing features found in some modern cloud-based file management solutions. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PeaZip free to use?
Yes. PeaZip is free and open-source software, available at no cost for archive management and file compression tasks. It is also offered as a portable application that does not require installation.
What is the difference between PeaZip and 7-Zip?
Both are free, open-source archive utilities that support common formats such as 7Z and ZIP. PeaZip adds features such as archive conversion, integrated file management, stronger encryption options, file splitting, hashing, and support for a wider range of archive formats. In contrast, 7-Zip focuses more closely on core compression and extraction.
Can PeaZip open and extract RAR files?
Yes. PeaZip can open, browse, test, and extract RAR archives, including RAR4 and RAR5 files. However, WinRAR is required to create RAR archives because licensing restrictions prevent third-party software from independently implementing RAR compression.
Can PeaZip create password-protected ZIP and 7Z files?
Yes. It supports encryption for formats including ZIP, 7Z, ARC, and PEA, with options such as AES-256 encryption. It can also use a password and keyfile together for supported formats to provide an additional layer of protection.
Official Homepage – https://peazip.github.io
Supported Operating Systems:
- Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 (32 and 64 bit),
- Linux ARM, BSD
- ReactOS,
- Wine
