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PCVITA software to repair corrupt ZIP archives on Windows
ZIP Repair Tool
PCVITA ZIP Repair Tool loads a corrupt ZIP archive on Windows and shows the files inside before you save anything. Click Load and select the damaged archive. ZIP repair then lists every item with its attributes so you can check which files are healthy. Free demo previews the result.
- Input
- Corrupt or damaged ZIP archives
- Preview
- File list with sizes and a File Viewer
- Extract
- One file or the full archive
- Result
- Recovered data saved to a folder
Load several archives in one session and extract them together. See all features. Locked archive instead? Open ZIP Password Recovery.
How ZIP Repair Works
Load the damaged archive, preview the files and click Extract. ZIP repair with PCVITA software lists the recovered items and saves them to your folder.
Corrupt ZIP Archive
Will not open or extract
- Archive with an error message
- Damage from a bad download or crash
- Archive stays untouched
PCVITA ZIP Repair
Installs on Windows
- Scan on load
- File list and File Viewer
- Extract and Extract All
Recovered Files
Saved to your folder
- Documents, songs and images
- Spreadsheets with the rest
- Success message on screen
- 1LoadAdd the damaged archive.
- 2PreviewCheck the files inside.
- 3ExtractSave the data to a folder.
Repair a ZIP File in 6 Steps
Six screens follow one corrupt archive from the first click to the saved files. Select any step to see its screen. Software Guide shows the same flow with the full screens.
Step 1. Install and Open the Software
Install PCVITA ZIP Repair and start it from the Start menu. The main window opens with the Load button ready.
Step 2. Click Load to Add the Archive
Click Load and browse your PC for the damaged archive.
Step 3. Select the ZIP File
Choose the .zip file in the window and click Open. The software scans the archive while it loads.
Step 4. Review the Archive Items
The Archive Folders pane lists the scanned items with their attributes. Compare the sizes to spot files that need a closer look.
Step 5. Preview and Extract the Data
Right click a file and select View File to open it in the File Viewer. Click Extract for the selected files or Extract All for the full archive.
Step 6. Save the Files to a Folder
Select the destination folder and click OK. A message confirms that all the files saved. Open the folder to use your data.
Demo edition previews the files and does not save them.
ZIP Repair Software Features
What ZIP repair does with a corrupt archive, grouped by task.
Loads Corrupt ZIP Files
Your archive goes in first.
Load Button
Browse your PC for the damaged archive.
Several Archives
Load more than one corrupt ZIP file.
Large Archives
Load big files without a listed size limit.
Scan on Load
Scan the archive as it opens.
Previews Files Before You Extract
Check the result first.
Archive Folders Pane
Browse the scanned folders and files.
File Attributes
See compressed size, original size and compression percentage.
File Viewer
Open a file to see if it is healthy.
Health Check
Spot corrupt files before you save.
Extracts Recovered Data in Bulk
Save one file or all of them.
Extract
Save the files you selected.
Extract All
Save the full archive at once.
Compressed Output
Save the data in compressed format.
Batch Extraction
Collect all data in a new ZIP.
Saves Files to Your Folder
The finished data opens on your PC.
Destination Folder
Select where the files go.
Success Message
Read a message when the save ends.
File Types
Recover documents, songs, images and spreadsheets.
Saved Data
Open the files from your folder.
Test these options on your own archive. Demo edition previews the files and does not save them.
Why Corrupt ZIP Files Need a Repair Tool
Four facts about damaged archives and how ZIP repair software answers them.
- 1
Windows Extracts Only
Microsoft documents Extract All and drag and drop for ZIP folders. The page does not describe a repair step. PCVITA software adds a scan and a preview.
- 2
One Bad Entry Blocks an Archive
A single bad entry stops an extraction. ZIP repair software lists the items so you can see which files work.
- 3
You Need to See Before You Save
A preview shows the file contents. PCVITA software opens a file in the File Viewer before it extracts.
- 4
Many Archives Need One Session
Load several ZIP files together. ZIP repair extracts the data in batch.
Prepare Before You Repair a ZIP File
Six checks before your first repair. Tick the boxes in order, then open the software.
- Copy the corrupt archive to a safe folder. Work on the copy.
- Download the archive again if a bad download caused the damage. A second copy can open fine.
- Move the file to a local disk if it sits on a failing drive or a network share.
- Open the software as administrator on Windows 7 to Windows 11.
- Check the format first for ZIP repair. The software lists compatibility with WinZip 18.0 and earlier.
- Test the free demo on your archive before you pay. Download the demo edition and preview the files.
System lines match the version and system table below. Microsoft facts follow the page linked in the Sources.
ZIP Repair Pricing
Start with the free demo, then buy one licence. Both editions scan and preview the same way. Saving the files is the only difference.
Demo Edition
Free
Check the result first
- ResultPreview only
- SaveNot available
- LicenceNot needed
Version 3.0, 812 KB, Windows
Full Edition
$20 one licence
Save the recovered files
- ResultRecovered files saved
- SaveAvailable
- DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout
Included in Both Editions Both editions scan the same way and saving the files is the only difference
- Load Archive
- Archive Folders Pane
- File Attributes
- File Viewer
- Extract
- Extract All
- Compressed Output
- Batch Extraction
Version, Size and System Requirements
Version, system needs and repair details in one place.
| Version | 3.0 |
|---|---|
| File size | 812 KB |
| MD5 | 8910a477 |
| Windows versions | Windows 11 (64 bit) and Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 (32 or 64 bit). Windows Server 2016, 2012, 2008, 2003 and 2000 |
| Prerequisites | Administrator rights on Windows 7 to 11 |
| Hardware | 1 GHz processor (2.4 GHz recommended), 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended), 5 MB free disk space |
| Free demo limit | Preview of recovered files only |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Input | One or more corrupt ZIP files |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | WinZip 18.0 and earlier |
| Preview | Archive Folders pane and File Viewer |
| File details | Compressed size, original size and compression percentage |
| Extract modes | Extract and Extract All |
| Output | Recovered files in a folder you choose |
Windows ZIP Folders vs PCVITA ZIP Repair
What Microsoft documents about ZIP folders next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your file.
| Point | Windows ZIP Folders | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Open a ZIP | Extract All or drag items out | Load, scan and list the items |
| Repair a corrupt ZIP | Not described | Scan on load |
| Preview before saving | Not described | File Viewer for every file |
| File details | Not described | Compressed size, original size and percentage |
| Save recovered data | Extract All to a folder | Extract or Extract All to a folder |
| Price | Included with Windows | Free demo, full edition $20 |
Microsoft facts come from the Microsoft page on zipping and unzipping files. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.
Quick Checks Before You Start Repair
- Work on a copy. Keep the original archive safe.
- Preview first. Open a file in the File Viewer.
- Extract selected files. Save only the files you need.
- Open the result. Confirm the saved files open.
Need more archive tools? Open ZIP Password Recovery for a lost password.
Sources for Microsoft Facts The page behind the facts on this page
- Microsoft SupportZip and unzip files
ZIP Repair FAQs
Answers to questions users ask before they start ZIP repair, grouped by topic.
Repair and Options How the software behaves with your ZIP file
How do I repair a corrupt ZIP file with PCVITA software?
Six steps finish the job.
- Step 1. Install the software and open it.
- Step 2. Click Load.
- Step 3. Select the damaged archive.
- Step 4. Review the items.
- Step 5. Click Extract or Extract All.
- Step 6. Select a folder and click OK.
Can I preview files before I extract them?
Yes. Right click a file in the Archive Folders pane and select View File. The File Viewer shows the content so you can judge if the file is healthy.
Can I extract only some files?
Yes. Select the files and click Extract. Click Extract All for the full archive.
Can I repair many ZIP files at once?
Yes. The software loads more than one corrupt archive and extracts the data in batch. Batch extraction can collect the data in a new ZIP file.
Is there a size limit for ZIP repair?
No size limit is listed. The software loads large archives. Check the free demo on your own file first.
What file details does the software show?
Three details. You see the compressed size, the original size and the compression percentage for the items.
What data can the software recover?
Documents, songs, images and spreadsheets. The software extracts whatever the archive still holds.
Does the software change my original archive?
No. The software saves the recovered files to the folder you select.
Does Windows offer ZIP repair?
The Microsoft page does not describe a repair step. Windows documents Extract All and drag and drop for ZIP folders.
Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price
What does the free demo do?
It previews the recovered files. The demo scans the same way. The full edition saves the files.
How much does the full edition cost?
$20 for one licence. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.
Where can I download the software?
Click Download Now on this page. Version 3.0 of the demo edition weighs 812 KB and installs on Windows. Test the demo on your archive before you buy.
Compatibility and Setup Windows versions and prerequisites
Which Windows versions does the software need?
Windows 11 (64 bit) and Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7 (32 or 64 bit). Windows Server 2016 and earlier also works. You need 5 MB free disk space and 512 MB RAM. 1 GB RAM is recommended.
Do I need administrator rights?
Yes on Windows 7 to 11. Open the software as administrator.
Which ZIP versions work with the software?
WinZip 18.0 and earlier. The software lists this compatibility for the archives you load.
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Awards for PCVITA Software
Badges earned by PCVITA software.
GearDownload: 100% clean badge, no spyware, adware or viruses found in PCVITA software.
DownloadAtoZ: 5 star award badge for PCVITA software. See every badge on the PCVITA awards page.
Key Takeaways on ZIP Repair
Five facts to keep from this page.
- Load and scan. Click Load and the software scans the archive.
- Preview first. The File Viewer shows a file before you extract it.
- Extract your way. Extract selected files or the full archive.
- Small install. ZIP repair software weighs 812 KB.
- Demo and price. Free demo previews the files. Full edition costs $20 per licence.
Repair Your ZIP File Today
Download the free demo, load your corrupt archive and preview the files before you buy the full edition.
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