Keka is a free, open-source Mac app that lets you open and create archive files. Most people know that macOS can open ZIP files on its own, but it cannot open many other common archive types. Keka fixes this. It also does something The Unarchiver cannot do: it lets you create new archives, not just open them.

Key Features

• Opens Many File Types: Keka can open ZIP, 7Z, RAR, TAR, GZIP, and many other archive formats.
• Creates Archives Too: You can pick files or folders and turn them into a ZIP or 7Z file in just a few clicks.
• Simple Drag and Drop: Just drag a file onto the Keka window to open or compress it. There are no hard steps to learn.
• Password Protection: You can lock your new archives with a password to keep files safe.
• Free and Open Source: Keka costs nothing to use and its code is fully open source, so anyone can look at how it works. You can also pay what you want on the App Store if you want to support the developer.
• Works Fast: Keka is small and light, so it opens and compresses files quickly, even large ones.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is Keka free?

Yes. Keka is free to download and use. If you get it from the Mac App Store, you can choose to pay a small amount to support the developer, but this is optional.

Is Keka open source?

Yes. Keka is fully open source, which means its code is public and anyone can check how it works. This makes it a safe and trusted choice for handling your files.

Can Keka open RAR files?

Yes. Keka can open RAR files, along with ZIP, 7Z, TAR, and many other archive types that macOS cannot open on its own.

What is the difference between Keka and The Unarchiver?

The Unarchiver can only open archives, not create them. Keka can do both. If you only need to open files sent to you, either app works. If you also want to make your own ZIP or 7Z files, Keka is the better choice.

Does Keka work on Apple Silicon Macs?

Yes. Keka runs natively on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs with no performance issues.

Can I password protect a Keka archive?

Yes. When you create a new archive with Keka, you can add a password so only people who know the password can open it.