7z on Mac
Short answer: Yes. ZipGood can create, open and extract 7z archives on macOS, including AES-256 encrypted and split 7z archives.
What is 7z?
7z is an open archive format created for the 7-Zip project. It supports very high compression ratios, solid archives (where several files are compressed together), AES-256 encryption with optional header encryption, and split (multi-volume) archives.
ZipGood and 7z
ZipGood can create 7z archives and open and extract existing 7z archives. AES-256 encryption, solid archives and header encryption are available in the per-format options panel, and split volumes can be created for large archives.
7z capabilities in ZipGood
| Capability | Supported |
|---|---|
| Create | Yes |
| Open | Yes |
| Extract | Yes |
| Encrypt | Yes |
| Split volumes | Yes |
7z capability detail
Yes. ZipGood can create, open and extract 7z archives on macOS, including AES-256 encrypted and split 7z archives.
For a step-by-step walkthrough, see How to Open 7z Files on Mac , How to Create an Encrypted 7z Archive on Mac or How to Create a Split Archive on Mac .
7z: frequently asked questions
Can ZipGood open 7z files?
Yes. ZipGood can open and extract 7z archives on macOS.
Can ZipGood create 7z files?
Yes. ZipGood can create 7z archives.
Does ZipGood support encryption for 7z?
Yes. ZipGood supports encryption when creating 7z archives.
How do I create, open and extract a 7z file on Mac?
Install ZipGood from the Mac App Store, then drag your files onto the ZipGood window, select 7z and click Compress. See the linked guides below for a full walkthrough.
Sources
- ZipGood on the Mac App Store Level 1
- ZipGood Product Description Level 2
- ZipGood Support Documentation Level 3
Product facts on this page were last verified on October 2, 2026.