Secure Zip & Unzip is a lightweight, native macOS utility that makes ZIP encryption fast, automatic, and frustration-free. Every archive is encrypted using AES-256 — the same standard used by banks and governments — with no advanced setup or configuration needed.
The app is built specifically for macOS 15.2+ and fully optimized for Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4). It leverages Metal acceleration for smooth performance, even with large files, and offers a seamless macOS-native interface that supports both Light and Dark Mode.
Users simply drag and drop their files into the app, set a password, and click Encrypt & Zip. The output file is instantly saved — timestamped automatically so there’s no need to waste time naming files.
On decryption, users can drag-and-drop ZIP files into the app, enter the password, and extract files just as easily. A built-in shortcut button lets users instantly open their encrypted or decrypted file location — no need to browse through folders.
Additional key features include:
• AES-256 encryption by default (no manual toggles)
• Timestamped naming to avoid overwrites and save time
• Finder integration: right-click encrypted ZIP ? “Open With ? Secure Zip & Unzip”
• Native, modern UI built for the Apple ecosystem
• One-time purchase, no subscriptions or ads
Ideal for users who need to protect personal, work, or sensitive files without relying on outdated ZIP tools or the command line.
alperkaplan2020 added Secure Zip & Unzip as alternative to Keka, The Unarchiver, BetterZip and 7-Zip
