Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about using RAR Extractor Online
General Questions
RAR Extractor Online (rarextractoronline.com) is a free online tool that lets you extract and view the contents of compressed archive files directly in your web browser without installing any software. It supports ZIP, RAR, TAR, and 7Z file formats.
Yes, RAR Extractor Online is completely free to use. There are no hidden fees, subscriptions, or premium tiers. All features are available to all users without any cost.
We currently support extracting ZIP, RAR, TAR (including TAR.GZ and TAR.BZ2), and 7Z archive formats. These cover the most commonly used compression formats across all operating systems.
If you need a specific format that's not listed, please let us know through our Contact page.
Uploading and Extraction
To extract an archive file with our service:
- Visit RAR Extractor Online and click the 'Browse Files' button or drag and drop your archive file onto the page
- Wait for the upload and extraction process to complete
- Browse through the extracted contents
- Preview files directly in your browser
- Download individual files or all contents at once
Yes, the maximum file size for uploads is currently 200MB. This limit helps us maintain server performance and provide a reliable service for all users.
If you need to extract larger archives, we recommend using a desktop extraction tool such as 7-Zip (free) or WinRAR.
Yes, our service supports password-protected archives. When you upload a protected archive, you'll be prompted to enter the password to access its contents.
The password is only used to extract the files and is not stored on our servers. For better security, consider using our desktop version if working with highly sensitive files.
The 'Keep private' option prevents your extracted archive from being listed in search engines. When selected, we add appropriate directives to ensure search engines don't index your files, providing an additional layer of privacy.
We recommend enabling this option for any personal or confidential documents.
Your uploaded archives and extracted files are stored on our servers for 24 hours, after which they are automatically and permanently deleted. We recommend downloading any files you need within this timeframe.
If you need to access the files later, we recommend downloading them to your device or uploading the archive again when needed.
Privacy and Security
Yes, RAR Extractor Online takes security seriously. All file transfers are encrypted using SSL/TLS, and we implement various security measures to protect your files during the brief time they're on our servers. We do not inspect file contents beyond what's necessary to provide the extraction service.
For more information about our security practices, please see our Privacy Policy.
Your uploaded archives and extracted files are stored on our servers for 24 hours, after which they are automatically and permanently deleted. We recommend downloading any files you need within this timeframe.
If you need to access the files later, we recommend downloading them to your device or uploading the archive again when needed.
Yes, RAR Extractor Online automatically scans all uploaded archives and their contents for malware using industry-standard virus detection tools. This helps protect both our users and our systems from potentially harmful files.
If a virus is detected, the extraction process will be halted, and you'll be notified. However, we still recommend using your own antivirus software when downloading files from any online source.
Technical Issues
If you're having issues with a file extraction, try these troubleshooting steps:
- Verify that the file isn't corrupted by trying to open it in another application
- Ensure the file is actually the format indicated by its extension (.zip, .rar, etc.)
- If the file is password-protected, make sure you're entering the correct password
- Try uploading a smaller file if the current one is very large and might be causing timeout issues
- Try using a different browser or clearing your browser's cache
If you're still having issues after trying these solutions, please contact us through our Contact page with details about your issue and file type.
RAR Extractor Online works on all modern browsers, including:
- Google Chrome (recommended for best performance)
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- Apple Safari
- Opera
For the best experience, we recommend using the latest version of your browser. Our service also works on mobile browsers, though some advanced features may have limitations on mobile devices.
Upload and extraction speed can be affected by several factors:
- Your internet connection speed (especially important for uploading)
- The size of the archive you're processing
- The complexity and number of files within the archive
- Current traffic on our servers
- Your device and browser performance
To improve speed, try using a faster internet connection, compressing large files before uploading, or processing smaller archives separately if possible.
More Information
If you can't find an answer to your question, please feel free to contact us through our Contact page. Our support team will be happy to assist you.
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