LZIP on Mac
Short answer: Yes. ZipGood can create, open and extract LZIP archives on macOS.
What is LZIP?
LZIP is a lossless compression format based on the LZMA algorithm. It is designed for long-term data archiving, with a focus on data integrity and recovery.
ZipGood and LZIP
ZipGood can create LZIP-compressed files and open and extract existing .lz archives.
LZIP capabilities in ZipGood
| Capability | Supported |
|---|---|
| Create | Yes |
| Open | Yes |
| Extract | Yes |
| Encrypt | Not documented |
| Split volumes | Not documented |
LZIP capability detail
Yes. ZipGood can create, open and extract LZIP archives on macOS.
For a step-by-step walkthrough, see How to Compress Files on Mac .
LZIP: frequently asked questions
Can ZipGood open LZIP files?
Yes. ZipGood can open and extract LZIP archives on macOS.
Can ZipGood create LZIP files?
Yes. ZipGood can create LZIP archives.
How do I create, open and extract a LZIP file on Mac?
Install ZipGood from the Mac App Store, then drag your files onto the ZipGood window, select LZIP 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.