GZ to TAR Converter
Convert GZ archives to genuine TAR archives while preserving folders, filenames, and nested structure. Process securely and download free.
Drop your GZ files here
Up to 50MB per file.
Files are encrypted and auto-deleted after conversion
How to Convert
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Upload your GZ files
Drag and drop or select GZ files from your device. You can upload multiple files at once.
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Create the new archive
Start the conversion to unpack the GZ safely and package the original files and folders in a genuine TAR archive.
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Download TAR files
Download the completed TAR archive with its folders and filenames preserved.
Why convert GZ to TAR?
GZ is a gzip-compressed file commonly used for Unix, Linux, software, and data-transfer workflows. Converting it to TAR creates an archive that groups files and folders together for distribution, backups, and Unix workflows, ready for workflows that use the destination format.
TAR opens with built-in macOS and Linux tools, 7-Zip, PeaZip, and compatible Windows archive applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does converting GZ to TAR do?
It creates a genuine TAR file from your GZ. GZ is a gzip-compressed file commonly used for Unix, Linux, software, and data-transfer workflows, while TAR is an archive that groups files and folders together for distribution, backups, and Unix workflows. The result is ready for workflows that use the destination format.
What is retained in the GZ to TAR conversion?
Supported content is read from the GZ file and written into a genuine TAR file, ready for applications and services that use the destination format.
Which apps can open the converted TAR file?
TAR opens with built-in macOS and Linux tools, 7-Zip, PeaZip, and compatible Windows archive applications.
Does GZ to TAR run in my browser?
GZ to TAR uses a compatible conversion engine on our server. The file is transferred over an encrypted connection, processed securely, and automatically deleted shortly after conversion.
Can I batch convert GZ files to TAR?
Yes. Add multiple GZ files, convert them together, and download each TAR result separately or collect the completed batch in a ZIP file.
What is the GZ to TAR file size limit?
GZ files can currently be up to 50MB.