WinRAR

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Version 7.23 Size 3.6 MB License Trial OS Windows

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WinRAR — WinRAR is the classic archiver behind the RAR format: strong compression, recovery records and a famous unlimited trial.

WinRAR created the RAR format and remains the only tool that can build RAR archives. Its 40-day trial famously never locks you out, and the recovery-record feature can rebuild damaged archives, something zip cannot do.

Key features:

Creates RAR and ZIP; extracts 7z, tar, gz, iso and more
RAR5 format with strong AES-256 encryption
Recovery records repair damaged archives
Solid compression for better ratios on many small files
Split archives into volumes for easy transfer
40-day trial that keeps working (with a nag screen)

Frequently asked questions

Does the WinRAR trial really never expire?

The 40-day trial keeps functioning with a purchase reminder. The vendor tolerates this for home users; businesses should buy licenses.

WinRAR or 7-Zip?

7-Zip for most people: free and compresses better. WinRAR if you must create RAR files or want recovery records. See our comparison guide.

What are recovery records?

Extra redundancy data added to an archive that lets WinRAR repair corruption, unique protection for archives stored long-term.

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