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Compression Library · Vendor site 2026-10-04

miniz is a single-file C library providing zlib-compatible compression and decompression, originally hosted on Google Code. The GitHub repository maintains the public source for embedding lightweight DEFLATE support in applications.

Updated 2026-10-04View sources
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Compression Library
Free access
Open source C library distributed via GitHub with no listed subscription or license purchase on the repository page.
API access
C source API for compression routines consumed by linking the miniz translation unit into projects.

Is miniz right for you?

A good fit for

Embedded and systems developers needing a small zlib replacement without pulling full zlib dependencies.

Before you choose

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Embedded DEFLATE library

miniz packages zlib-style compression in one C file for projects that need small, embeddable deflate support.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

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CapabilityValueEvidenceChecked
Library scopeGitHub description calls miniz a single C source file zlib-replacement library.Facts sourced2026-10-04
LineageRepository notes origin on code.google.com/p/miniz before migration to GitHub.Facts sourced2026-10-04

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miniz pricing & plans

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API
C source API for compression routines consumed by linking the miniz translation unit into projects.
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What is miniz used for?

miniz is a single-file C library providing zlib-compatible compression and decompression, originally hosted on Google Code. The GitHub repository maintains the public source for embedding lightweight DEFLATE support in applications.

Does miniz have a free plan?

Open source C library distributed via GitHub with no listed subscription or license purchase on the repository page.. This record does not confirm an ongoing free plan.

How much does miniz cost?

A listed monthly price has not been confirmed. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use miniz through an API?

C source API for compression routines consumed by linking the miniz translation unit into projects.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

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