7‑Zip is a free, open‑source file archiver known for its high compression ratio and wide format support. It’s lightweight, fast, and trusted by millions for everyday file management.

⚡ High compression ratio in 7z format with LZMA/LZMA2 algorithms

📂 Supports packing/unpacking: 7z, XZ, BZIP2, GZIP, TAR, ZIP, WIM

🗂️ Can unpack dozens of formats including RAR, ISO, VHD, VMDK, and more

🔒 Strong AES‑256 encryption in 7z and ZIP formats

🖥️ Cross‑platform (Windows, Linux, macOS)

🛠️ Integration with Windows Shell and powerful command‑line version

🌍 Localizations available in 80+ languages

🤝 Free for commercial and personal use, open‑source under GNU LGPL

Perfect for: Users who want a reliable, secure, and efficient tool for compressing and managing files.