ZIP on Mac
Short answer: Yes. ZipGood can create, open and extract ZIP archives on macOS, including AES-256 encrypted and split ZIP archives.
What is ZIP?
ZIP is the most widely used archive format. It is supported natively by macOS, Windows, Linux and most mobile operating systems, which makes it the safest choice when sending archives to other people.
ZipGood and ZIP
ZipGood can create ZIP archives and open and extract existing ZIP archives. ZIP archives can be created with AES-256 encryption, and split volumes are available for archives that need to fit a size limit.
ZIP capabilities in ZipGood
| Capability | Supported |
|---|---|
| Create | Yes |
| Open | Yes |
| Extract | Yes |
| Encrypt | Yes |
| Split volumes | Yes |
ZIP capability detail
Yes. ZipGood can create, open and extract ZIP archives on macOS, including AES-256 encrypted and split ZIP archives.
For a step-by-step walkthrough, see How to Create a ZIP File on Mac , How to Extract ZIP Files on Mac or How to Password-Protect a ZIP File on Mac .
ZIP: frequently asked questions
Can ZipGood open ZIP files?
Yes. ZipGood can open and extract ZIP archives on macOS.
Can ZipGood create ZIP files?
Yes. ZipGood can create ZIP archives.
Does ZipGood support encryption for ZIP?
Yes. ZipGood supports encryption when creating ZIP archives.
How do I create, open and extract a ZIP file on Mac?
Install ZipGood from the Mac App Store, then drag your files onto the ZipGood window, select ZIP 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.