ZIP Creator & Extractor
A secure, browser-based tool to create ZIP archives from your files, or to extract files from an existing ZIP archive. No files are ever uploaded.
ZIP and TAR are archive file formats used to bundle multiple files and folders into a single file for easier storage and transportation. ZIP is the most common format and includes compression to reduce file size. TAR (Tape Archive) simply bundles files without compression, and is often paired with a compression method like Gzip (resulting in `.tar.gz` files).
This tool currently supports creating and extracting standard ZIP files. Support for TAR archives is planned for a future update.
To create an archive:
- Select the 'Create Archive' tab.
- Click 'Select Files to Archive' and choose one or more files from your device.
- Choose your desired format (currently only ZIP is available).
- Click 'Create & Download'. Your browser will generate the archive and prompt you to save it.
To extract an archive:
- Select the 'Extract Archive' tab.
- Click 'Select Archive to Extract' and choose a `.zip` file.
- Click 'Extract Files'. The contents will be listed below. (Note: Individual file download from the browser is a planned feature).
Yes, 100%. This tool operates entirely on your local machine using JavaScript. Your files are never uploaded to any server. They are processed directly in your browser, ensuring your data remains completely private and secure.