How to Convert Files and Folders to ISO on Windows: 5 Methods

Converting files and folders into an ISO image is a convenient way to archive and back up your files and folders while preserving the original file structure. Since Windows lacks a built-in option, here is how you can use some popular third-party tools to make ISOs.

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How to Convert Files and Folders to ISO on Windows: 5 Methods

AnyToISO

AnyToISO is a dedicated tool for creating and extracting ISO images. It's easy to use and only comes with essential features, including creating ISO from CDs, files, and folders, as well as command-line access and integration with File Explorer. The free Lite version has a file size limit of 870 MB, so working with larger files requires the Pro version.

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1. Launch AnyToISO and open the Folder to ISO tab.
2. Click Browse for Folder and select the folder you want to convert to an ISO image. You can't select individual files, but only the folder.
3. Click Choose ISO and select the save location. Then, click on Options to customize the file system and ISO settings.
4. Finally, click Make ISO to start the process. Depending on the size of the folder, it may take some time to finish creating an ISO.

You can also right-click on any folder in File Explorer and select Create ISO to launch the app and convert the folder into an ISO image.

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Download: AnyToISO (Free, premium version available)

AnyBurn

AnyBurn is a versatile CD-burning utility that's free to use for both home and commercial purposes. Besides creating ISO images from files and folders, it can also create a bootable USB drive, perform disc surface tests, edit ISO files, and burn image files to the disc. The Pro version adds even more functionality, such as converting audio formats, password protection, and a convenient option to install Windows on a USB drive.

1. Launch AnyBurn and click Create image file from files/folders. Then click Add + and choose files or a folder you want to add. Repeat the steps to add multiple folders.
2. Click Properties to change any advanced options; if not, leave them as default. Click Next.
3. On the next screen, you can change the label name and image file type, choose the compression level, add comments, and modify the time and date. Click OK, then click Next.
4. Type a name for the file, choose the image file type, then click Create Now.

Download: AnyBurn (Free, premium version available)

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WinCDEmu

WinCDEmu is an open-source and easy-to-use CD/DVD emulator that allows you to create an ISO image from folders or mount an ISO image on Windows. It is also available in a special portable version, though this version cannot create ISO images from folders and files. Here's how to use it to convert files and folders to ISO:

1. Download the app and complete the installation.
2. Once installed, open File Explorer, select and right-click on the folder you want to convert, then choose Build an ISO Image. On Windows 11, click Show more options in the context menu to view this option.
3. Type a name for your ISO image and click Save.

That's it. WinCDEmu will start the image writing process. Depending on the folder size, this may take anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes.

Download: WinCDEmu (Free)

BurnAware

BurnAware is a feature-rich disc burner utility that allows you to create ISO images from folders and files. The free version is only available in a 32-bit edition; it should be sufficient unless you are working with large files. The Premium and Professional editions come with additional features and 64-bit support.

To make an ISO using BurnAware, download and install the app on your PC. During installation, be sure to uncheck the bundled WinX DVD Ripper option. Then, follow these steps:

1. Launch BurnAware, then click Make ISO.
2. In the new dialog, drag and drop the files to convert them into an ISO. Click the gear icon to adjust advanced settings for the image.
3. In the top-left corner, click Make. Choose a save location, type a file name, and click Save. Wait for the process to complete, and your ISO should be ready.

Download: BurnAware (Free, premium version available)

ISO Workshop

ISO Workshop is a premium ISO image management app with a clean UI and multiple disc management options. You can use it to make, burn, convert ISO files, and extract content from disc images. Here's how to use it to convert files to ISO:

1. Launch ISO Workshop and click Make ISO. Next, type a name for the new ISO image and click OK.
2. Click the + icon and select the files and folders to add. You can also drag and drop all the files and folders onto the app to add them.
3. Click Make, type a name for the file, and click Save.

ISO Workshop will start writing image files. Once complete, you can burn the ISO image to a disc or mount it on your PC.

Download: ISO Workshop (Free, premium version available)

If you frequently convert files and folders to ISO images, tools like AnyToISO and WinCDEmu with command line support and File Explorer integration are particularly useful. For more advanced options, AnyBurn, BurnAware, and ISO WorkShop are better choices.