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How to convert msi to zip file

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When a system accepts ZIP archives but not Windows Installer packages, or you need to inspect or share an installer’s files without running setup, place the extracted MSI contents in a ZIP archive. The ZIP contains files for browsing or transfer; it does not remain an installable MSI package.

What the MSI format is

An .msi file is a Windows Installer database package used to install, update, or remove Windows software. Software vendors and installer-authoring tools create MSI packages, which can contain installation data, file tables, and compressed files such as cabinet streams. Windows Installer reads the package to carry out setup actions.

What the ZIP format is

A .zip file is a compressed archive used to bundle files and folders for transfer, storage, and extraction. ZIP is supported by Windows and common archive utilities. It is useful when recipients need to inspect or retrieve files without launching an installer; it does not encode Windows Installer instructions.

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Open the MSI-to-ZIP converter on 101convert.com and upload the .msi file. The page shows the per-file size limit.
Start the conversion.
Download the resulting ZIP file.

The conversion runs on the site’s server with 7-Zip.

Offline with desktop software

7-Zip is free and runs on Windows. Extract the MSI, then create a ZIP from the extracted files:

In File Explorer, right-click the MSI and choose 7-Zip → Open archive.
Select the contents and choose Extract; select a destination folder.
Open that folder, select the files and folders to include, then choose 7-Zip → Add to archive….
Set the archive format to zip and confirm.

WinRAR is a commercial Windows alternative. Open the MSI in WinRAR, extract its contents to a folder, select the extracted items, choose Add to archive…, set the archive format to ZIP, and confirm.

Compatibility and limitations

Extraction does not preserve the MSI’s installation database, custom actions, or Windows Installer behavior. The resulting ZIP is a collection of files, not a substitute installer. If the MSI refers to external cabinet files, keep those files available during extraction and add them to the ZIP if they are needed. MSI packages often contain already-compressed data, so the ZIP may be little smaller or even larger; the MSI package’s signature is not transferred to the ZIP.

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MSI vs ZIP: format comparison

How the MSI and ZIP formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the MSI and ZIP file formats
Property	.MSI Windows Installer Package	.ZIP ZIP archive
Open standard	Partly open	Yes
Compression	—	Both
Typical file size	Large	Medium
Opens in a web browser	No	No
Further editing	Not directly editable	Limited
Metadata support	Basic	Basic
Plain-text readable	No	No
Best used for	Embedding in applications	Long-term archiving
Introduced	2000	1989
Developer	Microsoft	Phil Katz / PKWARE
MIME type	application/x-msi	application/zip

Frequently asked questions

Is the MSI to ZIP converter free?

Yes, converting MSI to ZIP on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.

How large can my MSI file be?

You can upload MSI files up to 30 MB and convert up to 1 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 1000 MB per file and 1 files at once, see our plans.

What happens to my uploaded files?

Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.

Do I need to install any software to convert MSI to ZIP?

No. The MSI to ZIP conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.

Did the conversion fail?

In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid MSI file for this MSI to ZIP conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.

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