how-to-verify-checksum
Security
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Get the expected checksum
Find the official SHA-256 hash for the file from a trusted source. For 7-Zip itself, check the official GitHub releases page.
- 2
Calculate the file hash
Right-click the downloaded file in Windows Explorer, select "7-Zip" > "SHA-256" (or CRC SHA > SHA-256 in older versions).
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Compare the hashes
7-Zip calculates and displays the SHA-256 hash. Compare it character-by-character with the expected hash from the official source.
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Verify match
If the hashes match exactly, the file is authentic and uncorrupted. If they differ, the file may be corrupted or tampered with — delete it and re-download from the official source.
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