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Compression algorithm changes

In 64-bit WinRAR the compression dictionary has been increased to 1 GB. 32-bit builds can use a 256 MB dictionary when creating archives.

RAR archive format

See the "WinRAR.ini file" topic in the Configuration settings chapter of the help file for more details.

Removed feature

The authenticity verification feature did not reach the required reliability level and has been removed.

XZ archive format

Extraction support for the XZ archive format has been added.

Encryption algorithm changes

In CBC mode the encryption algorithm changed from AES-128 to AES-256. The key derivation function is based on PBKDF2 using HMAC-SHA256.

Archive format changes

File times are stored as Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) instead of local time, which makes files exchanged across different time zones more predictable.


	Dear users,


	Some websites publish downloads named "WinRAR Personal Edition" without authorization. The origin of software offered by such sites is unknown and carries serious security risks. We will take legal action against any site that infringes our software copyright or trademarks. Several companies have already been prosecuted and sanctioned. To avoid unnecessary security and legal risk, please download genuine WinRAR software only from the official site. If you or your organization use this software for commercial purposes, please contact our sales team to purchase a legitimate license and avoid legal disputes.
	鈥?WinRAR Legal Department

Download & Try

Install the 64-bit build for Windows 11 / 10 / 8 / 7. The trial runs for 40 days with every feature unlocked.

winrar-7.10-win64.exe (3.6 MB)

winrar-7.10-win32.exe (3.2 MB)

Buy a license

A personal license is a one-time payment and covers unlimited PCs owned by one person. Business use requires a business or site license.

Personal $29 路 Business $79 / seat 路 Site: custom

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Knowledge base

Can I open RAR files for free?
Yes. Extraction is free forever, including in business environments.

Does it work on Windows 11?
Yes, and it adds its own entries to the Windows 11 context menu.

Where should I download it?
Only from this site. Copies from other download portals have unknown origins.

About WinRAR

WinRAR has been maintained for three decades as a small, focused tool: pack files smaller, protect them properly, and never lose an archive to corruption.

Supported extraction formats include RAR, ZIP, 7Z, TAR, GZ, BZ2, XZ, ISO, CAB, ARJ and more. Archives can be created in RAR, ZIP, 7Z and TAR.

Add-ons & extras

Command-line add-on for Windows, macOS and Linux 路 Backup scheduler 路 Portable edition for USB drives 路 Theme pack.