Create a ZIP from Your Files
Put several files into one ZIP so they are easier to send together. Free to use, no account needed. Files never leave your device.
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Max 500 MB per file · Secure and private, files are never stored
How it works
- 1Drop the files you want to include into the box
- 2Pick a compression level, store, standard, or best
- 3Click "Create ZIP", packed in your browser
- 4Download the archive; the result shows size before and after
When to use this tool
Put several files into one ZIP so they are easier to send together.
Add your files, choose a compression level, and create the ZIP. Compression means trying to use less space.
What to check before you start
Photos, videos and other compressed files may barely shrink. This page does not add a password to the ZIP.
Keep your original files until you have opened the downloaded result and checked it. The tool works on a copy, so you can start again if you need different settings.
Example: send several documents as one attachment
Add the files that belong to the same submission and check the list for duplicate or outdated copies. Choose a compression level, create the ZIP and open it to verify its contents. Give the archive a descriptive name before sending it. The recipient still needs apps for the individual file types inside; packaging a spreadsheet does not make it readable as a PDF.
Why the ZIP can be as large as the originals
Photos, videos and many document formats already store compressed data. ZIP cannot reliably shrink them again, and the package itself also needs space for file names and other information. Use it to group related files even when the savings are small. Check the recipient attachment limit against the finished ZIP rather than assuming the archive will always fit.
Choose the bundle contents before choosing compression
An archive is easier to use when it contains only the files the recipient expects. Give related documents clear names and avoid including several unfinished copies by accident. Standard compression is a sensible starting point for everyday collections. Store can save processing work for data that is already compressed, while stronger compression may help with text-heavy contents. None of those choices checks whether the documents are complete or correct. Open the finished ZIP and verify its listing before sending it. If the recipient needs a particular folder arrangement rather than a flat selection, prepare that structure before choosing the folder-oriented tool.
Need a different result?
Need to include a whole folder with its subfolders? Use Zip a Folder. To open a ZIP you received, use Unzip Files.
Frequently asked questions
Which compression level should I choose for photos?
Already compressed photos and videos may barely shrink. Store avoids spending time trying to compress them further; stronger levels can help text-heavy files.
Can I add a password to the new ZIP?
Not with this tool. The downloaded ZIP is not password-protected.
Why is the ZIP not much smaller than my files?
ZIP cannot reliably shrink data that is already compressed. Its benefit can simply be keeping many files in one attachment.
How do I include a folder and its subfolders?
Use Zip a Folder to select a whole folder while keeping the relative file paths.
Will creating a ZIP make all my documents private?
This tool does not add a password or encryption to the output archive. Anyone who receives the ZIP can attempt to open its contents. Check the file list for private documents before sharing, and choose an appropriate secure delivery method when needed. Packaging files into one attachment is a convenience, not access control for the people who receive it.