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Compression instructions below

Below are step by step instructions for creating PAK archives using ezyZip.
  1. To add files to your PAK archive, you have two options:
    Click "Select files to archive" to open the file chooser 1. Create PAK File
  2. (Optional) Set the desired compression level by clicking the down arrow next to "Create PAK File" button.
  3. Click "Create PAK File". It will start compressing the files.
    2. Create PAK File
  4. Click "Save PAK File" to save the archive to selected destination folder.

    Save the created PAK file to local drive

Create a PAK archive that includes all the contents of your selected folder, including any subfolders and their files. Simply click the folder button and ezyZip will archive your entire folder structure while maintaining the original organization. You can then drag & drop more files & folders as you wish to expand your archive with additional content.

Select folder

  1. Click on the Dropbox logo () in the file selector button.

    Select from Dropbox

  2. The Dropbox file chooser will appear. You will need to authorise access to ezyZip the first time.
  3. Once you have selected the file(s), they will appear in the listing. Follow the instructions above to compress the files.
  4. To save the resulting PAK file to Dropbox, click on "Dropbox" dropdown under the "Save PAK File" button. This will require authorisation the first time you run it.

    The file will be stored in /Apps/ezyZip folder.

ezyZip is an online tool that supports any OS that can run a modern browser. We have tested it to work with Windows, MacOS, Linux (e.g. Ubuntu, Mint, Debian), Android, ChromeOS (Chromebook), iOS (iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch).

We are continuously updating the system, so ensure you are using the latest version of one of the popular browsers or their variants. (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Opera).

Please let us know via the feedback form if you have any issues.

A PAK file (Pack) is a simple uncompressed archive format originally created by id Software for Quake. PAK archives store game data including maps, textures, sounds, models, and configuration files. The format is used by classic games such as Quake, Quake 2, Half-Life, and many other titles built on id Tech and GoldSrc engines.

PAK files bundle multiple game resources into a single archive without compression, prioritizing fast access speeds during gameplay. The straightforward structure of the PAK format makes it easy to create and modify game content, which has contributed to its lasting popularity in the gaming and modding communities.

ezyZip is a collection of online file management tools, including this free PAK file creation utility. Unlike other online file compression tools, ezyZip runs locally in your browser, ensuring your privacy is protected. You can create PAK archives quickly and securely without uploading your files to a server.

ezyZip processes files directly in your browser. Unlike most online tools, your files are not uploaded to our servers, which means faster processing and better privacy. Take a look at the feature comparison below and we think youll agree that ezyZip is the better choice for your file conversion needs.

Feature ezyZip Other Online Tools
No Software Installation Works Directly in Browser Works Directly in Browser
Processing Location Your Browser (No Upload) Their Servers (Upload Required)
Privacy & Security 100% Private (Files Never Leave Your Device) Files Uploaded, Accessible by Others
Processing Speed Fast (No Upload/Download Time) Slow (Upload + Process + Download)
Registration Required Never Often Required for Large Files
Works Offline Yes (After Page Load) No
Supported Formats 130+ Archive Formats Limited Format Support
Cost 100% Free Free with Limitations / Paid Tiers
Established Since 2009 (15+ Years) Recent (May Disappear)

Why client-side archiving is faster for large PAK files

When you create a PAK archive with ezyZip, the compression runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly (WASM). Here is why our local engine outperforms server-based archivers:

  • On-Demand Codec LoadingMultiple compression codecs — including Deflate, LZMA, Brotli, and Zstandard — are compiled to WASM and loaded only when needed, executing at near-native CPU speed without installing any software. Each codec is optimized for its specific algorithm, so ezyZip automatically selects the most efficient encoder for your chosen archive format.
  • Parallel Web WorkersCompression runs in dedicated Web Workers on separate threads, keeping the browser interface fully responsive even during CPU-intensive operations. This means you can continue browsing, editing documents, or working in other tabs while your archive is being created in the background.
  • Streaming OutputCompressed data streams directly to your disk via the File System Access API or Origin Private File System (OPFS), so memory usage stays bounded regardless of archive size. Even multi-gigabyte archives can be created without exhausting your browser's memory allocation, since data is flushed to disk in chunks rather than buffered entirely in RAM.
  • Zero Network OverheadYour files are read through the browser's File API, eliminating the upload, server queue, and download bottleneck of remote tools. For large files on slow connections, this can reduce total processing time from hours to minutes.
  • Configurable Compression LevelsAdjust the compression level to balance speed against file size reduction. Lower levels produce archives quickly for rapid sharing, while maximum compression squeezes out every byte for long-term storage or bandwidth-constrained transfers.

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