Was the best when it was free. Still the best and today it is free again :)

This is version 15.04.03 (08/2015).

Downloaded and registered just fine. This software and registration (and maybe this should have been disclosed in the System Requirements section) ... it requies the skill to read. Follow the directions, and it registers flawlessly 3 to 4 minutes of your time.

That time is very well spent indeed. I was a fan of IZArc and 7-ZIP over the years, but their UI's are spartan to say the least. Presented here is a well crafted, full featured archive manager. At first, I felt a little uneasy with it and equated it with the aforementioned freeware. But as usual, you might be surprised by this thing called "Options". You can change skins, and even one that comes with the install is bound to make you feel better.

This software doesn't "take over your computer" or anything of the sort. ALL software needs to be configured and this is no exception. If it had no configuration option then that would be something to complain about. Once configured to your system and tastes, Power Archiver hums along happily; interferes with no one; and is always at your fingertips to do any task you need that is related to archives.

I find it hard to imagine a more versatile product than what is being given away here. In fact, I'd go so far as to say "Too bad!" for those that have missed this giveaway. But then, the trial version is always available. Give it ten minutes to be sure you have it set up to your satisfaction (nothing very technical). Take it for a spin and I am confident that this will be your archiver of choice in no time.

[Disclosure: I am in no way connected with or recompensed by ConeXware. I am simply a new user who has found software of great worth]

I already have version 15.4.3. Is this the same release?

The install for this is a mess. Uninstalled app.

Idea informer not working, here is my tip:
Add native RAR compress, without WinRAR.

It appears that this is only a 30-day trial. It asks for a registration code, but I didn't find any in the GOTD information.

http://www.powerarchiver.com/powerarchiver-2015-standard-giveaway-of-the-day/
How do I get the GOTD code to fillout the registerform completely

I am always willing to try out what appear to be useful softwares. Upon starting the install process my AVG kicked in giving me the following error: IDP ARES Generic detected. I have been installing GOTD offerings for years and this is the first time that AVG has had a problem with the installer. Good enough for me, so this is a pass for me.

P.S.: Can I buy your Holiday Special ( @78 % discount) without the 3 or 5 year extended support option?

Greetings. May I install PowerArhiver Toolbox on my desktop and laptop with one license if I am their sole user.

Great product, btw, especially the cloud integrations.

Cannot go forward with their site registration. I get the following error message:

Error with giveaway code! Please contact ordering@conexware.com to solve the problem!

Doesn't install, "Failed to launch the program." No help understanding why. First GAOTD I have tried installing that has failed in this manner.

I've had this version for quite some time. I don't remember where I got it, but it has been working troublefree for me on Win7. I have used other compression programs, but this has become my favorite. It unzips files when I need it to, without taking over my computer. I've tried the last two versions of Winzip, and nearly hosed my OS both times, which disappointed me, because I always liked it in the distant past. I've used most of the others mentioned here. Also liked Izarc, but this just does what I need it to do without getting in the way, which is what I want in compression software. I haven't had any problems with it updating itself and becoming unregistered.

I have a paid version of this on my "backup" (older) computer, and I went to use PowerArchiver the other day and it told me there was an update. I let it update itself and it updated itself to a newer, unlicensed version. Since I don't use that computer much, I didn't bother with it and left it as is--maybe to be uninstalled. So you need to be very careful about updates it suggests. On my newer computer, I decided not to bother with it anyway...I have 7Zip and and older licensed version of WinZIP which meet all my needs.

I almost downloaded the GOTD anyway though today...because in general I thought the software was pretty good (though I agree with others about the user interface). However, these days, I try not to load software I don't absolutely need on my computer. I get tired of the constant need to update/patch cycle all modern software seems to be stricken with. If it's not something you are using regularly, it's just extra work! So I decided against.

There is no place to insert my name on the registration form (where the license code is to be inserted)...Can anyone help?

Hmmm. I just got this about a month ago, and while I really like the software, as soon as it automatically
updated itself I lost the Give Away of The Day. It started asking for payment. I see they're "Giving away"
Power Archiver 2015, which will probably update itself immediately and cost money to maintain.

like the program to an extent...biggest problem i find with it is that it is NOT very user friendly....it does how ever cover what im looking for a 1 stop shop for all compression files......is so un friendly i actually had to go back to winrar for my rar files sadly. far as 7z goes i refuse to install that if dont have to....again good program for a 1stop shop compression tool but not very user friendly. thanks tho.

Power Archiver is too intrusive and overbearing, seems to want to “take over” the PC zipping function.
Do NOT allow it to associate itself to various compressed formats.
Not user friendly user interface.

You only need the following:
7Zip portable FREE
Bandizip portable FREE
IZArc2Go portable FREE
PeaZip portable FREE
ZipGenius FREE

WinRAR portable Paid (Trial software can be used after trial period expired)

After installation of the main program the program updater wants to install the 2016 version. Is that covered by the giveaway?

Doesn't everyone already use 7zip and WinRAR? What's the point for this? I could find no advantage and a cumbersome takeover of my default file types.

Installed and registered ok on Win 10x64. There are a few steps to get the product registered, but from what I've seen it is worth it. There are some links to helpful tuts as well. Fed up with nag screens from shareware zippers, and this one performed well when I did an experimental zipping and unzipping. The developer seems to have thought of everything with a wide variety of options. Sorry can't get more technical. Can only say that this software gets the job done quickly and efficiently. Thumbs up from me.

This is to me the best zip file program I have used it is like a Swiss Army Knife of the zip programs and it's main selling point is it simple yet powerful at the same time what I meant by simple every click was intuitive, fast and I could see what I was installing in a preview window and read the ReadMe's without opening other programs like I would have to do in other archive programs. I'll be honest here I have used this program over the years from GAOTD. I'm glad I got to update it each year. This one is a keeper. Thanks guys while there are some free ones out there this one to me is a premium player of the archive programs.

Seems like a nice product and a keeper.

One problem: Although I have unchecked all file-types and the corresponding installation option, it still took over .zip and .7z. I really prefer to keep all my file associations while testing a product. This looks like a bug in the installation process.

Thumb up in spite of the above.

The registrationcode: to be acquired on:
http://www.powerarchiver.com/l/gotd116
In the Readme is a coupon-code.

The Site
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/10366431/_GOTD/PowerArchiever2015_20160112/CodeAanvraag.png
Several mail's:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/10366431/_GOTD/PowerArchiever2015_20160112/Mail-1.png
And a mail with the registration:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/10366431/_GOTD/PowerArchiever2015_20160112/Mail-2.png

I need the Giveaway Code!!!!

Have a registered PRO-version from 2010. Don´t know if I should change that to this version...

What is a LIFETIME license for you??
Following the link 78% discount LIFETIME license it says "3 year premium support/upgrades!" (same /w 5 yr), which is a 3 (5) yr license, not lifetime (except you know that I'm dead by then).

Good piece of software, too bad it is not their latest ( and IMHO much better) release.

Installed and registered in a cumbersome registration method; thought the installation had hung at times, patience is needed.

On initial opening of a file thought it wasn't working as a preview was covering the listing of the files.

Recently had had problems viewing the contents of a RAR file in fact thought it was protected however, today's download had no problems with it.

The interface is very similar to many other programs of this type and will probably prove very useful, keeping it.

Note on registration.
After filling in the information in the webpage I received two e-mails, the first had a password in it which I don't believe I used anywhere, the second, a link which I followed.
The third e-mail as a result of following the link had the registration name and the registration code, the registration name wasn't used in my registration box as it filled in "giveaway."
After all this rigmarole I was finally registered and up and running.

Improvement: two panel file manager

Great software. Until i have to re-install winrar just because PowerArchiever can't deal with rar itself.