.cab Windows Cabinet
CAB Extractor
CAB is Microsoft's cabinet archive used by Windows installers, drivers and updates.
- No upload — 100% private
- Fast, lossless when possible
- Free & unlimited
- Works on iPhone & Android
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Keep this tab open — 7-Zip is running on your device, nothing is uploaded.
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CAB at a glance
| Full name | Windows Cabinet |
|---|---|
| Type | Archive / compressed file |
| Compression | Lossless |
| Developed by | Microsoft |
| Introduced | 1996 |
| Extension | .cab |
| Opens on iPhone | ✕ Needs an app (or this site) |
| Opens on Android | ✕ Needs an app (or this site) |
| Opens on Windows | ✓ Built in |
| Opens on Mac | ✕ Needs an app (or this site) |
CAB is best for Windows drivers and installers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a .cab file?
CAB is Microsoft's cabinet archive used by Windows installers, drivers and updates.
How do I open a CAB file on my phone?
Open this page in Safari or Chrome, tap Choose archive and pick the .cab file. Its contents appear instantly and you can save any file.
Is it safe to extract CAB files online here?
Yes. Extraction runs inside your browser and the archive is never uploaded.
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