LZ File Extension

The LZ file extension was created by Lzip and is also known as the Lzip Compressed File. LZ is classified as a Compressed Files and The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open LZ files in Lzip program.

Lzip Compressed File Type

Lzip Compressed File Type
Extension .lz
Developer Lzip
Popularity 5.0 (68 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Lzip
Category Compressed Files
Format Not Available
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a LZ File Type?

Free Online LZ Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online LZ tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare LZ files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .LZ (Lzip Compressed File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your LZ files directly from your device with ease.

LZ Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Lzip Compressed File .LZ File Extensions while opening the .LZ files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open LZ Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Lzip Compressed File on your system such as Lzip.
  2. Associate default Lzip Lzip program for *.lz (Lzip Compressed File) files.

    Associate LZ Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.LZ (e.g example.lz) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Lzip Lzip program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .lz files.

    Associate LZ Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.LZ (e.g example.lz) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Lzip Lzip program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Lzip extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related LZ File Extensions

LZ default file extension is .LZ and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for LZ File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the LZ files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open LZ File on Windows

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Lzip image. Lzip 000 for Windows Free Lzip

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen LZ File on Mac OS

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Lzip image. Lzip 000 for MacOs Free Lzip

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen LZ file on Linux

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Lzip image. Lzip 000 for Linux Free Lzip

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen LZ file on Web

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

LZ file extension icon image.About LZ - Lzip Compressed File

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Updated 6/1/2025