ZIP Extractor Guide
ZIP files bundle many files into one download. This guide shows how to unpack them quickly, what to expect from folders, and how to handle big or protected archives.
A .zip is just a container: it can hold folders, photos, documents, project files, and more.
Extracting a ZIP means turning that container back into normal files you can open and edit.
Ready to extract? Open the ZIP Extractor tool.
What you’ll get after extraction
- The same folder structure found inside the ZIP (subfolders included)
- All original filenames (unless the ZIP itself contains duplicates)
- Files ready to open like normal downloads (PDFs, images, code, etc.)
Extraction does not “convert” your files — it only unpacks them.
How to extract a ZIP on GhostConvert
- Go to ZIP Extractor.
- Drop your .zip file into the upload area (or click to browse).
- Click Extract ZIP.
- Download the extracted contents when processing finishes.
Your original ZIP archive isn’t modified — GhostConvert produces an extracted output you can keep.
Tips for large ZIP files
- Upload speed matters: big ZIPs take longer mainly due to upload time.
- Browser memory limits: extremely large archives can be heavy in the browser.
- Split if needed: if a ZIP is huge, splitting it into parts often helps.
- Remove junk: if you can, remove unnecessary files before zipping (cache folders, videos, etc.).
Common issues and fixes
- Password-protected ZIP: encrypted ZIPs may require a desktop extractor that prompts for a password.
- ZIP is corrupted: re-download the file, or ask the sender to re-create the ZIP.
- Missing files: check if the ZIP actually contains them (some ZIPs include only shortcuts or partial exports).
- Weird folder nesting: some ZIPs include a top-level folder inside another folder; that’s normal depending on who created it.
If you’re extracting a project ZIP, look for a top-level README or index file after extraction.
Frequently asked questions
Do you keep my ZIP files?
No. Files are processed for extraction and deleted automatically after a short period as described in the Privacy Policy.
Can I extract really big ZIPs?
Usually, yes but the biggest limits are upload speed and browser resources. If extraction fails, try splitting the archive into smaller ZIPs.
What about password-protected ZIP archives?
If your ZIP is encrypted, extraction may not work unless decryption is supported. In that case, use a desktop tool that can prompt you for the password, then (optionally) re-zip and extract again.