How To Download Zip Files On Mac Without Unzipping

ZIP files are created and used to archive multiple files and save space on your computer. For data security, they are mostly password protected. And you need to provide the right password to extract files.

Aug 29, 2009 Mac Basics, Help and Buying Advice MacRumors attracts a broad audience of both consumers and professionals interested in the latest technologies and products. We also boast an active community focused on purchasing decisions and technical aspects of the iPhone, iPod, iPad, and Mac platforms. Steps to Extract ZIP File on Mac. Search the ZIP file on the default files and folders. Click twice on the ZIP file after finding it. Permit the ZIP file for completing the extracting. I use Mac Tiger 10.4.11 When I download.Zip files, they are automatically unzipped by whichever program I have set as my default '(de)compression-program' on Mac.

What if you've unfortunately lost or forgotten the password you set before? How to open the password protected ZIP file in this case? Just read this post. Here, we provide some workable ways on how to open ZIP files without password.

The following are some other outstanding features of Passper for ZIP:

  • Save Recovery State: In case of any interruption, you can stop the process and resume later from that point of interruption.

  • Lightweight: Passper for ZIP is less than 3MB making it lightweight and powerful that won't slow down your PC.

Passper is the sub-brand of iMyFone, which is widely recognized and recommended by some reputable media sites like makeuseof.com, macworld, cultofmac.com,.etc.

After learning the key features of this amazing ZIP password unlocker, now let's take a look at how it works:

To begin with, head over to Passper for ZIP official website, download, install and launch it on your computer.

Step 1 Click on 'Add' icon to import the locked ZIP file to the program. Then, you need to choose one attack mode that you want to use from 4 options based on your situation.

Step 2 Once you have chosen the attack mode, just clicks on the 'Recover' button to start password recovery. Passper for ZIP will then start unlocking the locked ZIP file immediately. The time it takes often depends on the length and complexity of the password. Once completed, it will display it on a pop up window. You can copy the password and use it to open your password protected ZIP file.

Also, you can check the video guide of Passper for ZIP here:

Step 1: Download and install NSIS on your computer. Then click on its icon to run it.

Step 2: Select 'Installer based on ZIP file' from the left column of the screen.

Step 3: Import the locked ZIP file you want to open without password. Click'Open' and navigate through the hard drive and upload the locked ZIP file onto the program.

Step 4: Once the ZIP file is on the program, it's almost to be regenerated. First, click 'Browse' and provide accessible save path for the exe file. Then click'Generate'.

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Step 5: Don't interrupt the generate process and wait for it to complete. Once completed, find the exe file on the specified save location.

Step 6: Finally, run the exe file. After installation is complete, you'll be able to extract the ZIP file which you can open without the password.

Note

The above steps have been verified by some bloggers or Youtube channels. I downloaded and installed the tool on my computer when I organized this post, however, it said that the 'Encrypted ZIP file is not supported'. Then, I found some users reflected that this method works, but some users met the same problem as I did.

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This free tool is truly easy to use. You only need to click on the 'Select Password Protected File' button to upload your encrypted ZIP file. Once done, the tool will begin to look for the password. Whether the password has been found or not, a notification will be displayed under the button.

Cons and Risks of Using Online Tools

Despite the simplicity and free service of online tools, they as well come with some disadvantages and risks.

The following are some of the well-analyzed cons and risks of using online tools:

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    Conclusion

    Well, by the end of this article we can conclude that it is undoubtedly possible to open ZIP files even if you've lost or forgotten the correct password of your own. It's upon you to choose the preferred option. If the methods above can help you fix your problem, please leave a message in the comment section to help other users.