the-unarchiver
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Description:
Unpacks archive files
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.3.9,147,1742287964@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: unarchiver compression file-utility macos rar
Install: brew install --cask the-unarchiver
About:
The Unarchiver is a versatile utility for macOS that handles the extraction of numerous archive formats, including RAR, 7z, Zip, and Tar. It integrates seamlessly with the native Finder, allowing users to simply double-click archive files to unpack them. Its primary value is providing broad format support and ease of use for managing compressed files.
Key Features:
  • Supports a vast range of archive formats (RAR, 7z, Zip, Tar, etc.)
  • Seamless integration with macOS Finder for one-click extraction
  • Handles filename encoding issues for international archives
  • Free and open-source
Use Cases:
  • Extracting files from archives downloaded from the internet
  • Opening legacy or non-native archive formats like RAR
  • Unpacking multiple files quickly without launching a separate app
Alternatives:
  • Keka – Keka offers both extraction and creation of archives with a focus on privacy.
  • macOS built-in Archive Utility – Native support is limited to common formats like Zip and doesn't handle RAR.
Version History
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Sep 15, 2025 1:06pm 4.3.9,147,1742287964 0 VERSION_BUMP ecae340e