Karuzip is a free archive utility for Windows. It has no ads, bundled software, account requirement, or usage tracking.
Version 2.2.0 adds Automation: watch a folder and Karuzip checks and extracts the archives that land there, with three templates (check and extract, batch health check, verified delivery compression). It runs only while Karuzip is open. This version also adds a pre-extraction check (encryption, entry count, extracted size), a searchable processing history, and a manual diagnostic export. Extracting from the right-click menu no longer blocks unrelated work in the main window.
- Extracts 320 file extensions (230 verified by automated tests or samples, 12 verified on real Windows systems)
- Lets users switch filename encodings among UTF-8, CP932, GBK, and Big5 before extraction
- Puts Extract here, Extract to folder, and View contents plus three compress actions in the Explorer right-click menu, hiding the compress actions when everything you selected is an archive
- Compresses immediately to "name.zip" or "name.7z", adding a numeric suffix when necessary
- Creates ZIP, 7z, TAR, GZIP, BZIP2, XZ, and WIM archives
- Extracts RAR archives but does not create them
- Creates and extracts password-protected ZIP and 7z archives without saving passwords
- Supports split archives such as .zip.001, .7z.001, and .part1.rar
- Lists, searches, tests, and selectively extracts large archives with file-count progress
- Cleans up only newly created partial output after cancellation or failure
Processing stays on the device. Karuzip bundles unmodified 7-Zip 25.01 and unar 1.8.1 binaries as archive engines.
Publisher’s description
What is Karuzip?
Karuzip by Karuzip is proprietary Windows software in the archivers category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. It needs Windows 10 1809 or newer. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.2.9, released on October 19, 2026. The version history goes back to August 11, 2026: 12 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (AAAAAnson/karuzip) has 2 stars. Similar programs include 7-Zip, PeaZip and WinRAR.
Project description on GitHub: “Karuzip（かるジップ）— 軽い・安心・広告なしの解凍/圧縮ソフト（Windows）。配布専用リポジトリ。”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
In short: Karuzip is an archiver tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Karuzip safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
5991A5F03FDC98E7C44EBBABAE5E2AEA051FF509C00412CDF93DEC84E66D6EC9· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 12 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2.9Latest | October 19, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.8 | October 17, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.7 | October 4, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.6 | September 29, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.5 | September 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.4 | September 22, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.3 | September 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 2.2.2 | September 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Karuzip.Karuzip -eKaruzip_2.2.9_x64-setup.exe /SProgram files (.exe): karuzip-cli.exe
Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Karuzip
- Category
- Archivers
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Source code
- github.com/AAAAAnson/karuzip
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10 1809+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 2.2.9
- Released
- October 19, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- August 14, 2026
- Versions listed
- 12
- GitHub stars
- 2
- Website
- karuzip.com
- winget ID
- Karuzip.Karuzip
Ratings and reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to rate it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Karuzip free?
Karuzip is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Karuzip safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Karuzip with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Karuzip be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does Karuzip support?
The installer requires Windows 10 1809 or newer and is available for 64-bit.
Does Karuzip run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Karuzip?
The versions page lists all 12 versions with links to their official installer files, back to August 11, 2026.
Can I use Karuzip without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Karuzip?
7-Zip, PeaZip, WinRAR, Zstandard and 7-Zip ZS. The alternatives page compares them.
