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7Z File Converter - Compress and Convert Archives to .7z Format Online
Use the 7Z File Converter to convert and compress archives into the .7z format online. Benefit from high compression, optional strong AES-256 encryption, and retain directory structure with this easy-to-use tool.
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What Is This Tool?
The 7Z File Converter is an online utility that allows you to convert various archive formats into the 7Z (.7z) format. This open archive format uses advanced compression methods like LZMA and LZMA2 to reduce file sizes, supports optional AES-256 encryption, and can preserve directory and file attributes within a single compressed archive.
How to Use This Tool?
- Upload your source archive file(s) such as ZIP, RAR, TAR, or others
- Select the output format as 7Z (.7z) for conversion
- Optionally choose compression or encryption settings if available
- Start the conversion process
- Download the resulting .7z archive once conversion is complete
Key Features
- High compression ratio using LZMA and LZMA2 codecs
- Supports storing folders, file timestamps, and attributes
- Optional AES-256 encryption for secure archive content and metadata
- Ability to create split or multi-volume 7Z archives
- Widely supported by common archive utilities such as 7-Zip and p7zip
Examples
- Convert a ZIP file to a 7Z archive to reduce size
- Compress multiple project folders into a single 7Z file
- Create an encrypted 7Z archive for secure file transfer
- Convert a RAR archive to 7Z format for better compatibility
Common Use Cases
- Long-term storage of multiple files where minimizing disk space is important
- Packaging build folders or projects to distribute efficiently
- Securing backups or transfers with strong AES-256 encryption
- Reducing download sizes when sharing collections of files
Tips & Best Practices
- Verify that your source archive is supported before uploading
- Use AES-256 encryption to protect sensitive data within archives
- Choose compression settings that balance size and speed depending on your needs
- Keep passwords secure for encrypted archives, as lost passwords cannot be recovered
- Test the converted 7Z archive to ensure integrity before distribution
Limitations
- Specific upload size limits and concurrent conversions are not detailed, verify on the tool's page
- Exact supported input formats may vary; common types include ZIP, RAR, TAR, and others
- No detailed information about platform or browser compatibility is available
- Encrypted archives require the password for access; password recovery is not possible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What file formats can I convert to 7Z using this tool?
- While exact supported inputs are not fully specified, typical archive formats such as ZIP, RAR, TAR, TAR.GZ, GZ, BZ2, XZ, 7Z, and ISO are commonly accepted.
- Does the 7Z format support encryption?
- Yes, 7Z archives can optionally use strong AES-256 encryption for securing both file data and archive metadata.
- Is 7Z compression lossless?
- Yes, 7Z is a lossless archive format, meaning it compresses files without altering their original content.
Key Terminology
- 7Z
- An open archive file format using advanced compression methods to store files and folders in a single archive.
- LZMA
- A compression codec that provides a high compression ratio used in 7Z archives.
- AES-256
- A strong encryption standard that can be optionally applied to 7Z archives to protect contents.