7-Zip Download
UtilitiesWindows
Vendor Igor Pavlov
Current version 26.05
Released Oct 21, 2026
Checked Oct 24, 2026
What it is
7-Zip is a free, open-source file archiver with a high compression ratio. It opens ZIP, 7z and many other archive types, which covers most vendor firmware and software packages. Source
Works with
| Windows x64 | 64-bit installer, about 1.6 MB Source |
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| Windows x86 and ARM64 | Separate installers Source |
System requirements
| Current version | 26.05 (2026-10-21) |
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| Platform | Windows x64, x86 and ARM64 |
From the 7-Zip home page.
How to install
- Open 7-zip.org.
- Download the 64-bit x64 .exe (or the x86 or ARM64 build).
- Run the installer.
From the 7-Zip home page.
FAQ
Is 7-Zip free?
Yes. 7-Zip is free and open source.
What is the latest version?7-Zip 26.05, released 2026-10-21.
Which download do I need?Most Windows laptops use the 64-bit x64 installer.