There are various sources to download the program from but whenever possible I suggest to download it straight from the products website to be sure you're getting what you want. Here's a link to the download page.
The first two options are for Windows operating systems. You will need to know what architecture your CPU is running on, 32-bit or 64-bit. You can easily find this by pulling up your computers system information.
*For Windows 7 and Vista this can be done by clicking Start, right click Computer, then click Properties. It will either say 64-bit Operating System or 32-bit Operating System.
*For Windows 8, 8.1 and 10 this is done by opening your Settings, click the System icon, and then About. It will either say 64-bit Operating System or 32-bit Operating System.
Now that you know your computers architecture you can select the correct release to download. (x86 or x64)
*For Windows 7 and Vista this can be done by clicking Start, right click Computer, then click Properties. It will either say 64-bit Operating System or 32-bit Operating System.
*For Windows 8, 8.1 and 10 this is done by opening your Settings, click the System icon, and then About. It will either say 64-bit Operating System or 32-bit Operating System.
Now that you know your computers architecture you can select the correct release to download. (x86 or x64)
Now that you've figured out which one to download, clicking the link will bring up a window asking you to save the program. Simply click Save File. *Depending on your internet browser it may look slightly different than this
Next open the folder that contains the WinRAR.exe file and double-click the file to start the installation.
*Default settings should put this file in your downloads folder.
*Default settings should put this file in your downloads folder.
After double-clicking the above icon the installation will begin. Make sure that you review the terms of the license and then click Install.
After clicking Install a second window will open up asking for choices on files to associate with the program and whether you want to add a Desktop or Start Menu shortcut. The default selections will work for most users. Click OK.
After the program finishes installing a final window will come up with a summary of the installation. There are also a few links at the bottom for purchasing the full edition and getting online help. You can simply click Done here.
Now you're ready to start compressing and decompressing .RAR, .ZIP and other files.
This edition of WinRAR is a free trial edition. If you like the program you can either order a physical copy of the program on a CD that will arrive in the mail or choose an electronic delivery method which will automatically activate your copy upon purchase.
This edition of WinRAR is a free trial edition. If you like the program you can either order a physical copy of the program on a CD that will arrive in the mail or choose an electronic delivery method which will automatically activate your copy upon purchase.