.WACZ File Extension

Web Archive Collection Zipped

General Information

Title WACZ File Extension
Extension .wacz
Full Form Web Archive Collection Zipped
File Type Web Archive File
Developer Webrecorder
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Stores web archives
Additional Functions Page playback, Preservation
Features Indexed, Compressed

File Characteristics

Quality Lossless
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Web Archiving Yes
Data Preservation Yes
Offline Browsing Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Embedded scripts
Best Practices Verify source, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2020
Latest Version Varies by software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .warc, .har, .zip

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Webrecorder Desktop Free Windows, Mac, Linux
ReplayWeb.page Free Web-based