How to Zip, Extract Zip And Unzip file on iPhone & iPad: iOS/iPadOS

From this article you'll learn how to Zip, Unzip, and Extract the Zip files to send multiple files at once, here's how to do it.

The world’s most powerful encryption technology now helps to compress/ Extract zip or RAR file on the iOS devices. The updated version of the iOS /iPadOS compatible App now also works on new iPhone models. Here I show how it’s working on the iOS device and what are the advanced features of WinZip. Also, get premium features by unlocking apps in just $5 spent. unzip the file on iPhone, iPad officially done and use to in Personal or Business purpose. Zip/Unzip/Rar File supported all compatible with the new iPhone models – iPhone 12 Series, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone XR, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone Xs, iPhone 8(Plus), iPhone 7(Plus), iPhone 6S(Plus), iPhone 6, iPhone 5S, iPad.

Supported Cloud platforms are iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive. From where you directly extract the zip file to your local iOS storage or Export/ Save to these cloud platforms.

How to Compress Files/ Folders or Extract Zip/Unzip file on iPhone/iPad

Primary Features:

  • Don’t mind but WinZip allows all iOS users who want a preview or See the features available on iDevice in free by Download and install from the app store.
  • This app is dedicated to solving all the problems related to different types of compressed files and folders under a single app only.
  • Unzip mostly all compressed file types in .ZiP or .RAR. In single click
  • Directly open a zipped attachment in an email to WinZip app: “Open with WinZip
  • WinZip for iOS Download Now

Note [Update]: Files app on iOS/iPadOS also support for Zip/Unzip files on iPhone and iPad. So iDevice users can extract the file and compress without any third-party app. Check Our tutorial on how to Zip/Unzip Files on iPhone/iPad using the Files app.

  • Open and Save the file in My File folder locally from Zipped
  • Without unzip image files, simply see the preview
  • Enable Touch ID or Passcode on the WinZip iOS app. Settings > Passcode Lock > Turn Passcode On  or Enable Touch ID
  • Access all photos and music file to this WinZip app
  • Directly attach a file to mail after Zipped, (Wait for Seconds countdown) See Image below

1 Send Mail after Zip Directly from iPhone or iPad

Use AirDrop for sent to other iOS devices, or Export/ Save to iCloud Drive

2 unzip file on iPhone and save to icloud Drive on iPhone and iPad

Upgrade Features: (In-App Purchase)

Connect WinZip app to online most popular cloud storage: iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, and One Drive

Make a Zip file or Access Unzip files from cloud storage.

Unzip and Viewable file formats are .doc, .gif, .tif, .key, .pdf, .jpg, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .png, .numbers, .pages, .pptx and media files (.m4a, .wav, .mp3, .mov, .mp4) many more.

The above tips is #1 solution for Zip/ unzip a file on iPhone, iPad running iOS 7 or later.

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Karly Wood

Karly Wood is a journalist based in Ohio who specializes in covering Apple and technology trends. With a varied experience in reporting on public safety, government, and education, her insights bridge multiple disciplines, providing readers with a well-rounded perspective on today's technological advancements. If you need to contact me, you can reach me at [email protected] or through (Facebook)

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