ZIP to TAR Converter
Convert ZIP archives to standard TAR files while preserving folders and filenames for Unix, Linux, backup, and development workflows.
Drop your ZIP files here
Up to 50MB per file.
Files are encrypted and auto-deleted after conversion
How to Convert
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Upload your ZIP files
Drag and drop or select ZIP 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 ZIP 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 ZIP to TAR?
ZIP is a widely supported archive that opens natively on common desktop and mobile systems. 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
Why convert ZIP to TAR?
TAR is widely used for Unix and Linux packaging, backups, containers, and development workflows.
Will ZIP folders and filenames be preserved?
Yes. The TAR keeps the original folder hierarchy and filenames from the ZIP archive.
Does TAR compress the files?
A standard TAR groups the files without adding compression, which is useful for tools and workflows that specifically require .tar.
Can I convert several ZIP files?
Yes. Add multiple ZIP archives and convert them together.
Can I open TAR on Windows?
Yes. Current Windows versions and popular archive apps can open TAR files, as can macOS and Linux.