ZIP Extractor
Open a ZIP archive and download individual files
100% free. Runs entirely in your browser - your files and data never leave your device and nothing is uploaded to any server.
Drop a ZIP here or click to open
ZIP files · max 500 MB
About this tool
Opens a ZIP archive and lets you view and download the individual files inside it - useful when you just need one or two specific files from a larger ZIP without extracting everything, or when you want to preview what's inside before committing to a full extraction.
How to use this tool
- Upload ZIP archiveOpen compressed package and read internal file list.
- Browse contained filesInspect names and structure before extraction.
- Extract selected itemsDownload only needed files or export full archive contents.
- Verify outputsCheck extracted files open correctly in destination apps.
Opening ZIP files safely
Look inside a ZIP before you open anything in it. Be wary of archives from unknown senders, and never run .exe, .scr, .js or .bat files you were not expecting - they are a common way to spread malware.
On a phone, this is the quickest way to get one document out of a ZIP attachment without installing a file manager app.
Key features
- Extracts only required files without unpacking entire archive.
- Helps inspect unknown ZIP contents safely.
- Saves storage/time when large archives contain few needed files.
- Convenient browser-based extraction workflow.
Common uses
- Pulling one document from large shared ZIP package.
- Previewing archive contents before forwarding to team.
- Extracting assets from downloaded project bundles.
- Opening ZIP files on locked-down devices without local tools.
Tips for better results
- Check archive structure to avoid extracting duplicate filenames blindly.
- Scan unknown files with security tooling before execution.
- Keep original ZIP until extraction completeness is confirmed.
- Use selective extraction to reduce clutter.
Mistakes to avoid
- Executing unknown extracted files without malware checks.
- Deleting original archive before validation.
- Assuming password-protected ZIPs always supported automatically.
- Extracting entire large archives unnecessarily.
Frequently asked questions
Yes - browse the contents and download individual files selectively, rather than being forced to extract everything at once.
No - the archive is read and extracted directly in your browser; the file isn't uploaded anywhere.
Support depends on the tool's specific capabilities - check whether it prompts for a password if the archive you're opening is encrypted.
Open this page in your phone's browser and pick the ZIP from Files or Downloads; you can save the files you need without installing an extractor app.
Listing the contents here is safe, but be careful with what is inside - executables (.exe, .scr, .js, .bat) and Office files with macros are common malware carriers. Only open files you expected.
This tool reads ZIP archives. RAR and 7z use different formats and need a dedicated extractor such as 7-Zip on Windows or The Unarchiver on macOS.