: Keka can be configured to automatically exclude macOS-specific resource forks (like .DS_Store or __MACOSX folders), making archives cleaner when shared with Windows or Linux users.
The 1.2.61 update introduced several refinements to ensure a smoother user experience: Keka 1.2.61
: It supports AES-256 encryption for ZIP and 7z files, which is essential for securely sharing sensitive data over services like iCloud. Usage Tips : Keka can be configured to automatically exclude
: Since Apple's built-in utility may struggle with certain encrypted 7z files, users are encouraged to use the Keka Helper to set Keka as the system's default archiver. Updated from 6
Updated from 6.20-b3 to 6.21-b1 for improved compatibility with RAR archives.
: It supports creating archives in numerous formats, including 7Z, ZIP, TAR, DMG, and ISO.
Released on February 20, 2023, is a stability-focused update for the popular open-source macOS file archiver. This version primarily addresses critical bugs related to password-protected extractions and updates core compression libraries to improve reliability. Key Fixes and Changes