How to convert ZIP to RAR?
You can convert ZIP to RAR with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose ZIP files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your ZIPs.
You can also click to select ZIP files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste a ZIP file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with ZIP files to RAR is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on RAR from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's RAR or something else.
- Download your RAR files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted RAR files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each RAR.
On desktop platforms, you can download the RAR files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the RARs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .zip |
|---|---|
| Category | Archive/Compression file formats |
| Developed by | PKWARE |
| Mime type | application/zip |
Format description
ZIP is one of the most popular archive formats. It allows storing multiple files and folders inside a single file. Compression is applied to make the file smaller. As is the case with other archive formats, ZIP files are particularly useful for transferring whole folders over the web.| File extension | .rar |
|---|---|
| Category | Archive/Compression file formats |
| Developed by | Eugene Roshal |
| Mime type | application/vnd.rar |
Format description
RAR files are archives with one or more compressed files inside. Typically, the RAR compression algorithm produces smaller files when compared to ZIP, as it offers a higher lossless compression ratio.Common questions about converting ZIP to RAR
Can I convert ZIP to RAR in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple ZIPs to RARs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing ZIPs to convert to RAR.
Pasting ZIP files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting ZIP files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a ZIP file to RAR, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big ZIPs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert ZIP files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert ZIP files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting ZIPs to RAR safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your ZIP files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your ZIPs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 12,470,413 files so far.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 12,470,413 files so far.
How long does it take to convert ZIP to RAR?
For most archive files, the wait is often less than a minute. However, MConverter also supports converting larger archive files, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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