KMZ Converter — Convert KMZ Files Online Free
KMZ is a ZIP-compressed KML file used by Google Earth and Google Maps. Maparz automatically extracts the KML from your KMZ archive and converts it to any supported GIS format — no manual extraction required.
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About KMZ format
KMZ is a ZIP-compressed version of a KML file. It typically contains a doc.kml file at its root along with any referenced images, icons, or overlays. KMZ files are smaller than their KML counterparts, making them easier to share by email or embed on web pages. They are supported by Google Earth, QGIS, ArcGIS, and many online mapping tools. KMZ files can be uploaded directly to Google My Maps.
Strengths
- +Smaller than raw KML
- +Can bundle images and overlays
- +Widely accepted by mapping tools
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Frequently asked questions
Q.What is a KMZ file?
A KMZ file is a compressed (ZIP) version of a KML file. It typically contains a KML document and embedded images or overlays. Google Earth, Google Maps, and most GIS tools open KMZ directly.
Q.Can I convert KMZ to Shapefile?
Yes. Upload your .kmz file, select Shapefile, and download the resulting ZIP bundle containing .shp, .dbf, .shx, and .prj files.
Q.Is there a size limit for KMZ files?
Maparz accepts files up to 50 MB. Very large KMZ files with many embedded images may exceed this — extract the KML content manually if needed.