# ZIP - file compression

> Hassle-free zip file creation and management for iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Oliver Koehler.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zip-file-compression/id916905462 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Oliver Koehler](https://appshunter.io/developer/550854800)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $3.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.53/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-09-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zip-file-compression/id916905462/reviews.md

## What is ZIP?

You need a hassle-free zip solution for your iPhone or iPad? Give ZIP a try. 

Access all your files with ease (photos library, music library, cloud drives, take photos from inside the app, push files from other apps to ZIP).

Organize your zip files and share them via email with colleagues and friends. Upload to your favorite cloud service (iCloud Drive, Dropbox, box, ...).

Free - unlimited usage - full functionality 


The app is designed to be easy to use and fast with focusing on creating zip archives.
Use Zip to Mail alongside with Zip Viewer to get the full experience of viewing and creating zip archives. Zip Viewer is also available for free on the App Store.
If you have any questions, comments or feature requests contact me at http://oliverkoehler.de/ios-apps/apps/zip-to-mail/

## Key features

- Create zip archives
- Access files from device and cloud
- Share via email
- Upload to cloud services
- Easy to use interface
- Fast performance

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $3.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove advertisements | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zip-file-compression/id916905462/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t open

*2020-09-21*

App keeps crashing can I please get a refund

### 1/5 — Awful

*2018-05-05*

Kept crashing

### 3/5 — Yes

*2017-09-02*

Is good

### 1/5 — Not useful

*2017-06-26*

Won't open Zip files it creates! Useless

### 1/5 — Another misleading app

*2016-11-23*

It says in the description that we can email the zip files from the app... I tried emailing myself a zip file 5 times on different Wi-Fi signals and using data... And surprise IT NEVER MAKES IT to my email... Not in spam not in inbox not in bulk... Stop lying and saying your app does something that IT DOES NOT DO

### 1/5 — Waste of time

*2015-10-06*

Created a zip full of files that were in a naming convention that could not be read by winzip on the pc. Wasted two hours of my life.

### 2/5 — Needs a lot of work but does the BASICS

*2015-07-29*

So you can't select more than one photo at a time - this dramatically increases time attaching. Also you can't just clear the whole list of photos. One by one only. You can't look inside previously zipped files so even though they are listed there for email or cloud, good luck remembering what's in what zip file.
I found this to be time consuming to send 60 photos to a student and I think it's a pain. Spend .99 for a better one. I will probably delete this app.

### 5/5 — The best

*2015-04-26*

It just so productive and organized simple easy to use 
No limited use its just so amazing.I highly recommend this zip mail app

## Frequently asked questions about ZIP

### What is ZIP - file compression?

ZIP - file compression is a utility application for iPhone and iPad that allows users to create, manage, and share zip archives. It provides access to files from various sources, including the device's photo and music libraries, and cloud storage services.

### How much does ZIP - file compression cost?

ZIP - file compression is a paid application. It is priced at $3.99 and offers unlimited usage with full functionality.

### Does ZIP - file compression have ads?

No, ZIP - file compression does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to be ad-free, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices is ZIP - file compression compatible with?

ZIP - file compression is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run on iOS operating systems.

### What is the age rating for ZIP - file compression?

The age rating for ZIP - file compression is 4+. This indicates that the app is suitable for users aged four and older.

### How often is ZIP - file compression updated?

The latest version of ZIP - file compression is 2.0, last updated on December 5, 2016. The app was originally released on September 23, 2014.

### What are users saying about ZIP - file compression?

ZIP - file compression has an average rating of 2.5 stars from 19 ratings. User feedback may reflect specific experiences with its features and performance.

### Can I view zip files with ZIP - file compression?

Yes, the app is designed to create zip archives. For viewing and creating zip archives, it recommends using Zip Viewer alongside, which is also available for free on the App Store.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2016-12-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Import music files (m4a, m4v) from music library
- Rename created zip archives
- Show content of archives 
- Option to remove ads

### 1.8 — 2016-01-21

- Pick multiple photos from camera roll at once 
- Take (multiple) photos directly with your camera
- Create zip archives only from selected files in inbox
- Updated UI design

### 1.7.1 — 2015-07-07

- UI improvements
- Bug fixes

### 1.7 — 2015-06-19

pick videos from camera roll as well
UI improvements
access iCloud Drive, Dropbox, box and other storage provider

### 1.6.1 — 2015-02-24

minor bug fixes

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All apps by Oliver Koehler: https://appshunter.io/developer/550854800

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