7-Zip Next is a modern archive manager for Windows, powered by the proven 7-Zip compression engine.
It combines the powerful compression technology of 7-Zip with a modern and intuitive interface, a streamlined workflow and new features designed to make everyday archive management easier and smarter.
Whether you want to compress, extract or manage multiple archive tasks, 7-Zip Next brings proven compression technology into a modern Windows experience.
Powerful compression. Simply smarter.
Task Queue
Queue multiple compression and extraction tasks.
7-Zip Next processes them one by one.
Smart Workflow
More control before, during and after archive operations.
Manage tasks and automate what happens when they finish.
Modern GUI
A clean and modern interface designed for Windows.
Powerful archive management without unnecessary complexity.
7-Zip Engine
Powered by the proven 7-Zip compression engine.
Excellent compression performance and broad format support.
Progress & Tasks
Follow every task with detailed real time information.
See progress, elapsed time and estimated time remaining.
Portable & Installer
Choose the version that works best for you.
Install 7-Zip Next or run it completely portable.
— Version 1.3 (Released 15th of September 2026)
New
Create separate archives from multiple selected files or folders
Delete original files or folders after an archive has been created successfully
Detachable Task Queue with full controls for running and queued tasks
Activity Log with information about completed, cancelled and failed tasks
Quick notification sound toggle in the main window
Intelligent Solid compression handling based on the selected source
Windows taskbar progress for active archive operations
System memory usage display
Low disk space detection before creating or extracting archives
Clear finished tasks manually or automatically
