ZIP → IPA Converter
Convert ZIP files to IPA format instantly. Extract iOS application files from ZIP archives or rename ZIP to IPA for sideloading.
100% Client-Side - Your files never leave your deviceZIP to IPA Conversion
Convert properly structured ZIP files to IPA format by renaming the extension
Extract IPA from ZIP
Automatically detect and extract .ipa files hidden inside ZIP archives
Structure Validation
Verify if your ZIP contains valid iOS app structure (Payload/*.app)
Instant Processing
Fast conversion processed entirely in your browser
or click to browse from your device
📎 Supports .zip files up to 500MBYour IPA file is ready for download
How to Convert ZIP to IPA
Validating ZIP Structure for iOS
Simply changing a file extension from .zip to .ipa isn't always enough.
For an IPA file to be valid and installable on iOS, it must follow a specific internal structure.
Our tool automatically validates this structure before conversion.
📂 Required Folder Structure
Re-Zipped-App.zip
└── Payload/
└── AppName.app/
├── Info.plist
├── AppIcon.png
└── (Other app resources)
Note: If your ZIP file contains the files directly at the root level (without a `Payload` folder), our tool will warn you. You must create a folder named `Payload`, move your `.app` folder inside it, and then compress the `Payload` folder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this tool sign the IPA?
No, this tool only handles file format conversion and structure validation. To install the IPA, you will still need to sign it using your Apple ID (via AltStore/Sideloadly) or an Enterprise certificate.
Why does the conversion fail?
The most common reason is an invalid folder
structure. Ensure your ZIP file contains a Payload folder at the root level,
which in turn contains the .app package.