How to convert RAR to TAR
1. Upload RAR
Select or drag and drop your RAR 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
RAR
RAR (Roshal Archive) is a proprietary archive format developed by Eugene Roshal that supports high-compression ratios, strong encryption, archive splitting across multiple volumes, and built-in recovery records for repairing damaged archives. It uses a specialized compression algorithm that often outperforms ZIP for many file types. RAR archives are widely used for distributing large software packages and are commonly encountered in file-sharing communities.
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 RAR to TAR?
Upload your RAR file on Convertek, select TAR as the output format, then click Convert. Your TAR file will be ready to download instantly.
Is the RAR to TAR converter free?
Yes. Converting RAR 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 RAR and TAR?
RAR 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.