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Zip Manager

by Small Apps Β· Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 17 Oct 2026

Offline extension to view ZIP, extract selected items and create archives in the browser β€” no apps or extra windows.

Users
270
+33 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
4
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#56K
#47K among extensions
Version
0.3.1
updated 25 Jan 2026

Users

monthly, 9 months
0135270Jan 2026Jun 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 17 Oct 2026: 270 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 9 months
024Jan 2026Jun 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 17 Oct 2026: 4 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

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About Zip Manager

πŸ“¦ Zip Manager is a powerful and user-friendly Google Chrome extension that lets you work with ZIP archives directly in your browser. You can open, view, extract, and create ZIP files without installing external software and without an internet connection. Zip Manager is designed for users who want to manage ZIP archives in Chrome faster and more efficiently. All operations are performed locally on your device, ensuring speed, security, and a clean workflow. πŸ” View ZIP archives directly in your browser Open any ZIP file and instantly access its contents, including folders, files, and nested archives. The interface works like a familiar file manager and requires no learning curve. Navigation features include: β€’ Double-click to open folders β€’ Breadcrumb navigation for quick movement β€’ Folders always displayed at the top β€’ ZIP files inside ZIP open like regular folders βœ… Selective and full ZIP extraction: Zip Manager allows you to extract only the files you need instead of unpacking the entire archive. The original folder structure is preserved automatically. Supported extraction options: 1️⃣ Extract individual files 2️⃣ Extract selected folders 3️⃣ Full archive extraction 4️⃣ Create parent folder option for clean organization πŸ—‚οΈ Built-in file explorer for local folders: The extension includes a file explorer that works with local directories. Add any folder via Chrome’s system file picker and access it instantly. Explorer features: β€’ File size display β€’ Last modified dates β€’ Context menu actions β€’ One-click ZIP extraction β€’ Archive creation directly from folders πŸ“¦ Create ZIP archives in Chrome: Zip Manager lets you create ZIP archives from files and folders directly in the browser. Even large archives are processed smoothly without freezing the interface. Archive creation steps: β€’ Select files or folders β€’ Click Archive β€’ Enter archive name β€’ Choose save location 🧾 Task queue with real-time progress: All compression and extraction tasks are shown in a task queue at the bottom of the panel. You always know what is happening and how much work is done. The task queue displays: β€’ Progress percentage β€’ Current file being processed β€’ Data volume β€’ Completed tasks ⭐ Favorite folders and quick access: Add frequently used folders to Favorites and open them instantly. Zip Manager also remembers the last opened directory. Benefits: β€’ Faster access β€’ Time savings β€’ Improved navigation πŸ•˜ Operation history: All actions are stored locally in the operation history. You can search by filename or date and re-run operations if the source files are available. History features: ➀ Search by name ➀ Search by date ➀ Re-run operations ➀ Clear history 🌍 Dual-language interface: The interface supports English and Russian. Switch languages instantly without reloading the extension. πŸ”’ Security and privacy: Zip Manager is a fully offline ZIP manager extension. Files, filenames, and paths are never sent to external servers. Security guarantees: β€’ Local-only data storage β€’ Minimal Chrome permissions β€’ File access only after user selection β€’ No hidden network requests πŸ’¬ Frequently Asked Questions: ❓ How do I open a ZIP archive in Chrome? πŸ’‘ Go to the Browse tab, click Select Archive, and choose your ZIP file. The contents appear instantly. ❓ Can I extract only part of an archive? πŸ’‘ Yes. Select the required files or folders and click Extract. ❓ Does Zip Manager support ZIP inside ZIP? πŸ’‘ Yes. Nested ZIP archives open like regular folders. ❓ How do I create a ZIP archive? πŸ’‘ In Explorer, select files or folders, click Archive, enter a name, and choose where to save it. ❓ Does the extension work offline? πŸ’‘ Yes. All features work completely offline. ❓ Are my files uploaded anywhere? πŸ’‘ No. Zip Manager never uploads files, filenames, or paths. πŸ’Ž Who Zip Manager is for Zip Manager is ideal for developers, students, office workers, and anyone who regularly works with ZIP archives in Chrome. Perfect for: 1️⃣ Project files 2️⃣ Documents and study materials 3️⃣ Data archiving 4️⃣ Quick ZIP preview 5️⃣ Productivity optimization πŸš€ Zip Manager is a simple, secure, and efficient way to manage ZIP archives directly in Google Chrome. Install Zip Manager and handle ZIP files faster, cleaner, and without extra software.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+7+2.7%00.00
30 days+33+13.9%00.00
6 months+152+128.8%00.00

Version history

5 versions recorded
0.3.125 Jan 2026
0.3.023 Jan 2026
0.2.019 Jan 2026
0.0.118 Jan 2026
0.0.218 Jan 2026

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
18 Jan 2026
Size
179 KB
Languages
de, en, fil, id, sw, ms, nl, vi
Pricing
Free
Extension ID
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Permissions and risk

Minimal riskimpact 0, likelihood 2
Permissions
sidePanelstorage

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