7z.exe: which program is it?
7z.exe is a program file that 3 Windows programs install, the best known being 7-Zip. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 7-Zip | Igor Pavlov | 26.05 | %ProgramFiles(x86)%\7-Zip |
 7-Zip ZS | Igor Pavlov, Tino Reichardt, Sergey Brester | 26.02-v1.5.7-R2 | — |
 7-Zip ZS Non Darkmode | Igor Pavlov, Tino Reichardt, Sergey Brester | 26.02-v1.5.7-R2 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is 7z.exe safe?
7z.exe is a normal part of 7-Zip when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is 7z.exe located?
By default the installer puts it in %ProgramFiles(x86)%\7-Zip. The folder can be changed during installation.
How do I remove 7z.exe?
Uninstall 7-Zip through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes 7z.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.