How to convert GZ to TAR
1. Upload GZ
Select or drag and drop your GZ file into the converter.
2. Choose TAR
Select TAR as your output format. You can process multiple files at once.
3. Download
Click convert and download your new TAR file instantly.
Format Details
GZ
GZ (Gzip) is a single-file compression format using the DEFLATE algorithm, the most common compression tool on Unix-like systems. It typically reduces text file sizes by 60-70% and is extremely fast to decompress, making it ideal for web content compression and log archiving. GZ is also the compression component of the widely-used TAR.GZ combined archive format that powers open-source software distribution.
TAR
TAR (Tape ARchive) is a Unix file archiving format that bundles multiple files and directories into a single file while preserving file permissions, ownership, timestamps, and symbolic links. Crucially, TAR performs no compression by itself and is almost always paired with a compression tool such as gzip, bzip2, or xz. TAR is the foundational packaging format for software distribution, backups, and data transfer throughout the Unix and Linux ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert GZ to TAR?
Upload your GZ file on Convertek, select TAR as the output format, then click Convert. Your TAR file will be ready to download instantly.
Is the GZ to TAR converter free?
Yes. Converting GZ to TAR on Convertek is completely free with no watermarks. Fair upload limits apply (typically 30 MB per file).
Is my file kept after conversion?
No. Files are processed temporarily and not stored permanently. Converted downloads are available only in your browser session.
What is the difference between GZ and TAR?
GZ and TAR are different file formats with distinct use cases. Converting between them lets you use your file in software or workflows that require the TAR format.