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Remove Files from ZIP.

Drop a ZIP, tick the entries you no longer want, and download a trimmed archive. The original ZIP on disk is untouched.

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1. Select a ZIP

Drop a ZIP file here or click to browse

Select a file

Up to 2 GB per file.

instructions · step by step

How to use this tool

Drop unwanted files or folders from a ZIP archive and download a trimmed copy.

  1. Open the Remove Files from ZIP tool

    Visit makemyzip.com/remove-from-zip. The archive is read into your browser; nothing uploads.

  2. Drop a ZIP

    Drag the archive onto the dropzone or click to pick one. The full file tree is rendered below.

  3. Tick entries to remove

    Expand folders and check the boxes next to files or whole folders you want gone. The summary row shows how much space the removal will free.

  4. Pick a compression level

    Choose Store, Fast, Normal, or Max for the trimmed output. Normal is the usual default.

  5. Build the trimmed ZIP

    Click Build. Kept entries are re-packed into a new ZIP and offered as a download. The original file on your disk is untouched.

questions · from the clerk's desk

Frequently asked questions

Does this edit the original ZIP in place?

No. The ZIP on your disk is never modified. The tool always produces a new trimmed copy, so the source file is safe even if you change your mind about a selection.

Can I remove a whole folder at once?

Yes. Ticking a folder checkbox selects every file beneath it. The indeterminate state shows when only some children of a folder are selected.

How much smaller will the trimmed ZIP be?

The summary row shows the uncompressed size that will be dropped. The final compressed output is usually proportionally smaller; exact savings depend on how well the removed files were already compressed.

Does it work on encrypted ZIPs?

No. Decrypt with Unlock ZIP first, then remove entries here. The tool only handles plain (unencrypted) ZIP archives.

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