PeaZip

PeaZip is a free and open-source cross-platform file archiver and file manager for Windows and Linux. It provides tools to create, extract, and organize archive files through a graphical user interface, leveraging multiple back-end engines with 7-Zip format support at its core.

The program includes a dual-pane file manager, drag-and-drop support, and batch processing for common archive operations. It offers features such as password-protected encryption with strong ciphers, secure deletion, checksum generation and verification, archive conversion, and support for multi-volume archives. PeaZip also integrates with the system shell to provide convenient right-click operations and quick access to archiving tasks.

Format and engine support is broad: PeaZip can read and write a wide range of archive formats through its backends, including 7z, ZIP, TAR, ISO, GZIP, BZIP2, and many others. It relies primarily on the 7-Zip engine but can work with various codecs and provides a unified interface for managing archives created with different formats.

Licensing and development: PeaZip is free and open-source software released under licenses compatible with the GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL). It is developed by the PeaZip project team, primarily using Free Pascal and the Lazarus development environment, with ongoing community contributions and updates.

History and usage: Since its early releases, PeaZip has served as an alternative to proprietary archivers, offering a cross-platform solution with a focus on accessibility, security, and format versatility. It remains a popular option for users who need a single tool to manage a wide array of archive formats across Windows and Linux.