NanaZip
NanaZip is an open-source file archiver based on 7-Zip, designed specifically for modern Windows environments. It integrates natively with the Windows 11 context menu while providing high compression ratios and broad archive format support.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 7.0.1882.0
- Release date
- Oct. 26, 2026
- License
- MIT
- Installer type
- msix
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id M2Team.NanaZip -eSHA256 (file verification)
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We couldn't find a Linux version of NanaZip in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
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NanaZip 7.0.1882.0: what's new?
Highlights
- Native modern Windows context menu integration
- Full support for standard archive formats including 7z, ZIP, and TAR
- Based on reliable 7-Zip core compression engine
- MSIX packaging for clean installations and updates
- Free and open-source software licensed under MIT
Who is it for?
Designed for Windows users and IT administrators who need an open-source archive utility that integrates seamlessly with the modern Windows 11 context menu. It is typically used for packing, unpacking, and managing multi-format archives without navigating legacy shell menus.
Good to know before installing
- Exclusively available for Windows; macOS and Linux are not supported.
- While it integrates with modern context menus, the core file manager UI remains based on the classic 7-Zip design.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button to get the installer or run 'winget install --id M2Team.NanaZip -e' in terminal.
- Open the downloaded installer package.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete installation.
- Right-click any file to use NanaZip from the context menu.
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Frequently asked questions
Is NanaZip completely free?
Yes, NanaZip is free and open source under the MIT license.
How does NanaZip differ from standard 7-Zip?
NanaZip is a 7-Zip fork optimized for modern Windows, featuring native Windows 11 context menu integration and MSIX packaging.
Can NanaZip open RAR files?
Yes, NanaZip can extract RAR archives alongside many other compressed formats.