# WinRAR - RAR archives — zArchiver - rar zip extractor

> Mobile app for compressing, extracting, and managing various archive file formats. (iPhone/iPad app by Anand Naidu.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winrar-rar-archives/id6740474342 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Anand Naidu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1719059090)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 159 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 31 MB
- Languages: American English, Akan, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Hausa, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Kazakh and 7 more
- Released: 2025-01-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winrar-rar-archives/id6740474342/reviews.md

## What is WinRAR?

Effortless File Compression & Extraction on Your Phone

Unlock the full potential of file management with The Zip Archiver, your go-to app for compressing, extracting, and managing files on the go. With a sleek and intuitive interface, the app is designed to make file handling fast, secure, and incredibly easy.

◆ Key Features:

- Compress Files Efficiently:
  Create ZIP, RAR, or 7Z archives to reduce file sizes and save space on your device or for easy sharing. Customize compression levels to suit your needs.

- Extract with Ease:
  Extract files from ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, and many other archive formats. Preview content before extraction and extract only the files you need.

- Decompress with Ease:
 Decompress the following archive types: 7z (7zip), zip, rar, rar5, bzip2, gzip, XZ, iso, tar, arj, cab, lzh, lha, lzma, xar, tgz, tbz, Z, deb, rpm, zipx, mtz, chm, dmg, cpio, cramfs, img (fat, ntfs, ubf), wim, ecm, lzip, zst (zstd), egg, alz;


- Secure Your Files:
  Protect your archives with strong passwords using AES-256 encryption. Keep sensitive data safe while sharing or storing.

- File Management Made Simple:
  Organize, rename, delete, and move files directly within the app. Seamlessly browse your local storage and manage files like a pro.

- Batch Operations:
  Save time by compressing or extracting multiple files simultaneously. The app handles large operations without slowing down your device.

- Preview and Share Files:
  View documents, images, and other file types directly within the app before extraction. Easily share compressed files via email, messaging apps, or AirDrop.

- Support for Multiple Languages:
  Enjoy the app in your preferred language with multi-language support for a global user base.

◆ Why Choose The Zip Archiver?

- Lightweight and fast performance  
- Optimized for iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad  
- User-friendly design for both beginners and advanced users  
- Regular updates with new features and format support  

◆ Who Is It For?

Whether you’re a student, professional, or casual user, The Zip Archiver is perfect for anyone who needs a reliable tool to manage archives, save space, and securely share files.

Get unlimited access to all premium features of The Zip Archiver Pro by
Subscribe Monthly The Zip Archiver Pro at $1.99 and Yearly Pro at $9.99 to use ads free versions of the premium app which can cancel anytime
• Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/anandnaidu-pp
• Terms of Service: https://sites.google.com/view/anandnaidu-tou

Download The Zip Archiver today and take control of your file management like never before!

## Key features

- Compress files to ZIP, RAR, 7Z
- Extract ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, and more
- Password protect archives with AES-256 encryption
- Batch compress and extract operations
- Preview files before extraction
- File management (rename, delete, move)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winrar-rar-archives/id6740474342/reviews.md

### 1/5 — barely works for basic stuff

*2026-01-28, version 1.4*

just tried opening a file with a password, and the app just blinks, and does nothing, doesn't even ask for the password.. using the name of WinRAR for this app is an insult for the original one for Windows

### 1/5 — Poor imitation of the real app

*2026-01-10*

I’ve never used a worse archiving tool.
Loaded with ads, terrible UI, navigation, and slower than a corpse on a track field.

### 1/5 — Spam only

*2026-01-03, version 1.4*

Does not work, just promotes spam adds.

### 1/5 — Too much advertising

*2025-12-16, version 1.4*

Very annoying ads

### 1/5 — Good_Program

*2025-10-17*

WinRAR-Zip ist zuper, Total fantastisches. Alte Schule. Zuper fantastische. Ja wohl!!

### 1/5 — Ad filled mess - missing advertised features.

*2025-08-31*

Ads pop up every few taps. Ads use what I’d call dark pattern designs - such as the button i’d think would close the add opens it instead, or the close button being hidden/disabled/obscured etc. Really gives me the impression it was not designed with user experience as a priority - or even a consideration.

Does NOT have the option to create 7zip or RAR archives like it says in the description - not anywhere I could find anyway. It is simply not winrar. Winrar makes rar files - this doesn’t. It will only create regular zip files - which makes this app almost useless. iPhone already has built in features for creating and unzipping zip files.

If the app does have any redeeming qualities or functionality, I couldn’t bring myself to trudge through the barrage of ads long enough to find them.

This app feels like something I’d find on some shovelware phishing scam site. I’m surprised something this low quality is allowed on / meets the standards of the apple App Store.

### 1/5 — Faulty

*2025-08-15, version 1.2*

The app once downloaded from App Store does not stay open long enough to enter details, it keeps closing. I deleted the app then downloaded it a second time, still does not stay open long enough to enter details/sign in

### 5/5 — The best app

*2025-07-18*

This is a very efficient and best app

### 1/5 — Can’t open a rar file using this

*2025-07-09, version 1.2*

Same as title

### 1/5 — Mucha publicidad

*2025-06-24, version 1.2*

Muy lenta y mucha publicidad y no pude

## Frequently asked questions about WinRAR

### What does this app do?

This app is designed for efficient file compression and extraction on your mobile device. It allows you to create ZIP, RAR, or 7Z archives to save space and share files easily. You can also extract files from a wide variety of archive formats.

### What are the key features of this file archiver?

Key features include compressing files into popular formats like ZIP and RAR, extracting from numerous archive types, securing your archives with AES-256 encryption, performing batch operations for efficiency, and managing files directly within the app.

### How much does this app cost?

The app is free to download and use with ads. You can subscribe to The Zip Archiver Pro monthly for $1.99 or yearly for $9.99 to remove ads and access all premium features.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is optimized for iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad, offering lightweight and fast performance on these platforms.

### What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include reducing the size of large files for easier sharing via email or messaging, extracting downloaded files from the internet, organizing documents and media, and securely storing sensitive information within password-protected archives.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2025-10-31

- Minor glitch fixes 
- Improve app perforce

### 1.3 — 2025-10-08

- Minor glitch fixes 
- Improve app perforce

### 1.2 — 2025-03-11

Minor glitch fixes

### 1.1 — 2025-01-24

Minor glitch fixes

### 1.0 — 2025-01-22

No release notes.

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