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The Unarchiver

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The Unarchiver opens archive formats such as RAR on macOS, according to its product page.

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About The Unarchiver

The Unarchiver is a free application for macOS for opening archive files. The current version listed is 4.3.9, released 18 Mar 2025, and it requires macOS 10.13 or later. It can be set as the default app for archive files.

With the app, you can extract files from common formats such as Zip, Zipx, RAR, 7z, Tar, Gzip, Bzip2, LZMA/XZ, CAB, and MSI. It also opens disc images such as ISO, BIN, MDF, NRG, and CDI, Linux package formats such as RPM and Deb, and older formats such as StuffIt, DiskDoubler, ARJ, and LZH. It supports Zip with AES encryption and Zip64, encrypted and multi-volume RAR, split files named .001, .002, archives with non-Latin characters, and extraction of bitmap images from PDF files.

It suits Mac users who need to open RAR files and other archives not handled by the built-in macOS tool.

Key features

  • Extracts Zip, RAR, 7z, Tar, Gzip and Bzip2
  • Opens ISO, BIN, MDF, NRG and CDI disc images
  • Supports encrypted Zip and multi-volume RAR archives
  • Handles non-Latin characters in archive names
  • Joins split files named .001 and .002
  • Extracts bitmap images from PDF files
Best for: Mac users who regularly receive Zip, RAR, 7z, or other archive files.
Good for
  • Free with no in-apps for additional features
  • Supports many current, disc image, and older formats
  • Can be set as default for archive files
  • Reads archives with non-Latin characters
Watch out for
  • Requires macOS 10.13 or later
  • Some formats have partial support, such as StuffIt X
  • No support for Ace 2.0 and up files

The Unarchiver at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
Free
Platforms
macOS, Web
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026
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The Unarchiver FAQ

Is The Unarchiver free?
Yes. The site states the Mac app is free with no in-apps for additional features.
What macOS version is required?
Version 4.3.9 requires macOS 10.13 or later. Links are provided for earlier versions.
How do I set The Unarchiver as the default?
Select an archive file, choose File > Get Info, select The Unarchiver under Open with, then click Change All.
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