8 Zip

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What 8 Zip is

8 Zip is a file archiver for Windows 10. It creates ZIP, 7z, TAR, GZIP, BZIP2, and XZ archives, and opens formats including RAR, ZipX, ISO, ARJ, CAB, CHM, MSI, and NSIS. The app can extract files, add or remove archive contents, and open files from within an archive. It also handles extraction of multi-volume archives. For ZIP and 7z files, 8 Zip supports AES-256 encryption. Finebits says users can decrypt files using an iris scan or touch, and can listen to music, read documents, and watch videos in the app. Supported editions include Windows 10 Home, Pro, Education, Enterprise, Mobile, and Mobile Enterprise. The product page identifies Lite and Pro versions. Lite is listed as free; no price is listed for Pro. To create an archive, choose a location and add files or folders. Finebits directs users to its Info page for help and lists [email protected] for questions.

Who it suits

8 Zip suits Windows 10 users who need to create or open archives, including encrypted and multi-volume files. Its listed Windows editions include desktop and mobile editions.

What it does well

Creates six archive formats.
Opens formats including RAR, ISO, and CAB.
Supports AES-256 encryption in ZIP and 7z.
Can extract multi-volume archives.
Lite version is listed as free.

What to know first

Pro version has no listed price.
Listed platforms are Windows editions only.

Plans

Plan	Billed and limits	Price
Lite version	The page identifies a Lite version but does not state its price or limits.	Free
Pro version	The page identifies a Pro version but does not state its price or limits.	On request

As finebits.com lists them, read 11 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Getting started

Visit https://finebits.com/zip.html.
Choose a location for the archive.
Add files or folders to create the archive.
For help, visit Finebits' Info page or email [email protected].

Verdict

8 Zip covers common archive tasks, with support for a broad range of formats and AES-256 encryption in ZIP and 7z. The product page lists a free Lite version, but gives no Pro price.

Questions

What does 8 Zip cost?

The Lite version is listed as free. No price is listed for the Pro version.

Which operating systems does it support?

The listed editions are Windows 10 Home, Pro, Education, Enterprise, Mobile, and Mobile Enterprise.

Which archive formats can it create?

It can create ZIP, 7z, TAR, GZIP, BZIP2, and XZ archives.

Can it open RAR files?

Yes. RAR is among the formats it can open.

Does it support encrypted archives?

Yes. It supports AES-256 encryption in 7z and ZIP formats.

Who makes 8 Zip?

Finebits OÜ makes 8 Zip. The company is based in Tallinn, Estonia, and says it provides tools for the Windows Store.

Facts from 8 Zip's own pages

Archive management: It supports extracting files, adding and deleting files in archives, and opening files within archives. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Create archives: It can create ZIP, 7z, TAR, GZIP, BZIP2, and XZ archives. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Device features: The maker says users can decrypt files through an iris scan or at a touch. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Encryption: The product page states that it supports AES-256 encryption in 7z and ZIP formats. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Headquarters: Tallinn, Estonia · finebits.com, 28 Sept 2026
Maker and founding: Finebits OÜ says it was founded by industry experts in 2013 and provides tools for the Windows Store. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Media and documents: The maker says users can listen to music, read documents, and watch videos in the app. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Multi-volume archives: The page lists multi-volume archive extraction support. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Open archives: It can open RAR, ZIP, 7z, ZipX, ISO, BZIP2, GZIP, TAR, ARJ, and CAB archives, among others. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Product: 8 Zip is a file archiver for Windows 10. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Setup steps: The maker's instructions say to create an archive by choosing a location and adding files or folders. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Support: Finebits directs users who need product help to its Info page and provides [email protected] for questions. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026
Windows editions: The page lists Windows 10 Home, Pro, Education, Enterprise, Mobile, and Mobile Enterprise as supported editions. · finebits.com, 11 Oct 2026

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