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or drag and drop fileYou can convert ZIP archive to RAR as well as to variety of other formats with free online converter.
How to convert zip to rar?
How to convert rar to zip?
Step 1
Upload zip-file
Select zip file, which you want to convert, from your computer, Google Drive, Dropbox or drag and drop it on the page.
Step 2
Convert zip to rar
Select rar or any other format, which you want to convert.
Step 3
Download your rar-file
Wait till your conversion process will be completed and click download converted rar file.
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ZIP compression
| File extension | .zip |
| File category | archives |
| Description | Among compressed and archived files, ZIP files are the most common. It is supported by both Windows and Mac operating systems. Files can be compressed using multiple methods using the ZIP format. However, files can be archived with the need to be compressed. Although some may say that ZIP files have become antiquated, it looks as though it is here to stay. |
| Technical details | The ZIP program compresses each file in a folder individually. This fact makes the process more efficient rather than compressing all files together. This, however, limits the extent to which the entire archive can be compressed. The most widely used method, among others, is the DEFLATE method. The user may even choose the way of compression that best suits him. A unique icon differentiates ZIP files from other types of files. |
| Programs |
StuffIt
WinRAR
Winzip
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| Developer | PKWARE |
| MIME type |
application/zip
application/x-zip
application/x-zip-compressed
application/octet-stream
application/x-compress
application/x-compressed
multipart/x-zip
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WinRAR Compressed Archive
| File extension | .rar |
| File category | archives |
| Description | RAR is a frequently used file compression format. A Russian Programmer Evgeny Roshal developed this format. It permits to crack a recorded file into various parts. This format can block a recorded file to save it from any unwanted modification. It is also useful for the data retrieval process, which helps one retrieve data from a damaged archive. It owns a 128-bit AES algorithm. |
| Technical details | The RAR formats allow vastly large file sizes. It permits the highest limit of up to 20 Exabytes. Also, it allows spanning across more than one RAR file. For this purpose, file extensions are relabeled from. RAR to .R01 .R02 etc. This is especially applicable while transferring files to an externally removable media like CD or DVD. RAR is a compression format that has no loss of data. It is built on Huffman encoding. RAR is one of the most popular compression formats. |
| Programs |
7Zip
StuffIt
WinZip
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| Main program | WinRAR |
| Developer | Eugene Roshal |
| MIME type |
application/x-rar-compressed
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FAQ
❓ How can I convert zip to rar?
Firstly, select a zip file you want to convert or drag and drop it. Secondly, select rar or any other format you want to convert your file to. Then click convert and wait until your file is converted
⏳ How long should I wait to convert zip to rar?
Archive conversion usually takes a few seconds. You will convert zip to rar very quickly.
🛡️ Is it secure to convert zip to rar on OnlineConvertFree?
Sure! We delete your uploaded and converted files, so nobody has access to your information. All types of conversion on OnlineConvertFree (including zip to rar) is 100% safe.
📱 Can I convert zip to rar without software installation?
Absolutely! OnlineConvertFree doesn’t require installation. You can convert any files (including zip to rar) online on your computer or mobile.