Extract TAR / TAR.GZ

Extract TAR and TAR.GZ archives. Auto-detects GZIP compression.

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TAR, TARGZ, TGZ · Max 100 MB per file · Up to 1 files

Extract TAR and TAR.GZ (tarball) archives in your browser. Common on Linux and macOS, tarballs bundle files together — this tool auto-detects GZIP compression and lists the contents for download.

Frequently asked questions

What is a TAR file?

TAR (tape archive) bundles many files into one without compressing them. A .tar.gz is a TAR that has then been compressed with GZIP.

Does it handle .tar.gz and .tgz?

Yes — GZIP compression is detected automatically, so both .tar.gz and .tgz extract correctly.

Are my files uploaded?

No — extraction runs entirely in your browser.

What’s the difference from ZIP?

TAR is common on Linux/macOS and separates archiving from compression, while ZIP does both in one format. Use the ZIP tool for .zip files.