ZAP File Extension

The ZAP file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Zero Administration Package File. ZAP is classified as a Settings Files and This file is saved in a plain text format. You can open and view the contents of this file using a text editor<\/a>. You can open ZAP files in Check Point ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite program.

Zero Administration Package File Type

Zero Administration Package File Type
Extension .zap
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (1 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Check Point ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite
Category Settings Files
Format Text
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a ZAP File Type?

ZAP applications are deployed in Windows using a Group Policy Object (GPO), which is an access control object that permits access to certain files and programs. Users for whom the administrator has provided access can use the ZAP published applications locally on their computers. For permitted users, the applications appear in the user's Add/Remove Programs list. Group Policy management is included as part of the Windows Server software.You can create and edit ZAP files with any text editor. For example, you can create a plain text (.TXT) file in Microsoft Notepad and change the file extension to ".zap" when complete.NOTE: ZAP files have limitations that traditional MSI installers do not. For example, ZAP files cannot assume elevated privileges for installing an application.

Free Online ZAP Tools & Apps

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

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

ZAP Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Zero Administration Package File .ZAP=605 File Extensions while opening the .ZAP=605 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open ZAP Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Zero Administration Package File on your system such as Check Point ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite.
  2. Associate default Check Point Check Point ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite program for *.zap (Zero Administration Package File) files.

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

Related ZAP File Extensions

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

All Platform Software Programs for ZAP File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the ZAP 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.

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ZoneAlarm Antivirus image. ZoneAlarm Antivirus 000 for Windows Free ZoneAlarm Antivirus
Check Point ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite image. Check Point ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite 2019 for Windows Commercial Check Point

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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.

ZAP file extension icon image.About ZAP - Zero Administration Package File

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Updated 6/1/2025