WinRAR for Mac

WinRAR is a utility file archiver that supports compression and extraction across a wide range of formats. Its primary function is managing archives in RAR and ZIP formats, but it can also extract files from numerous others, such as TAR, 7Z, ISO, and CAB.

WinRAR includes command-line tools, offering full access to all its features through direct input. The core functions include encryption, multi-volume splitting, error recovery, and archive testing. A 40-day trial is available, and the software continues working afterward with purchase reminders. The licensing is a one-time payment model, with free access to future updates for registered users.

Compress, extract, and control

WinRAR compresses files into RAR and ZIP while extracting from a longer list, including 7Z, TAR, ISO, GZ, BZ2, ARJ, and CAB. It lets you open nearly any archive without needing separate tools. It's centered on the RAR format, which is proprietary and offers wide extraction support for the most popular formats used in file sharing, backups, and long-term storage. However, it can create RAR and ZIP files only. 

The toolset includes multi-volume archive creation, archive updates, integrity checks, and recovery records for corrupted files. It supports AES-256 encryption for password-protected archives and allows embedding recovery data to help fix damaged files. It also includes functions to add archive comments, convert archive formats, and lock archive contents. These tools give direct control over how archives are structured, secured, and restored, especially when working with large sets of files.

It uses a 40-day trial model, but it does not deactivate after the trial ends. Instead, it continues running with occasional license prompts. The license is a one-time purchase and unlocks unrestricted use, with no recurring fees or subscriptions. Updates are offered for free to registered users. Downloads and updates are manually handled, as the software does not include auto-update features or package managers.

Precise archive control

WinRAR compresses and extracts with support for numerous formats, offering a deep set of archive tools through a command-line interface. It does not include automation options, visual customization, or a modern graphical shell in all versions. Its functions are organized around practical file handling tasks such as splitting, encrypting, repairing, and testing archives. However, it can create RAR and ZIP files only.

• Now avoids overwriting archives when adding multiple files from the root
• Fixed bugs related to archive updates, file extraction, SFX profiles, volume splitting, message display, and security with symlinks