ZIP to TAR.GZ
Convert ZIP files to TAR.GZ in your browser. Choose your file, adjust available settings, then download the converted file.
Maximum 100 MB per file, up to 5 files at a time.
300+ formats supported
Convert between 300+ file formats in your browser.
Fast and easy
Just drop your files on the page, choose an output format and click "Convert".
How to convert ZIP to TAR.GZ
- Click the “Choose Files” button to select your files.
- Click on the “Convert” button to start the conversion
- When the status change to “Done” click the “Download” button
Good to know
TAR.GZ is the standard archive on Linux servers, in Docker builds and in deployment scripts. It keeps Linux file names and folder structure intact.
About ZIP
ZIP archive · Archive
A widely supported compressed archive that packages files and folders together.
Opens with: Windows, macOS and most archive utilities.
Strengths: Easy to share and open on most computers.
Limitations: May compress media files very little.
About TAR.GZ
Gzip-compressed TAR archive · Archive
A TAR archive compressed with gzip, common on Linux and servers.
Opens with: Linux and Unix tools and many archive utilities.
Strengths: Standard for source packages and deployments.
Limitations: Windows users may need an archive utility.
Why convert ZIP to TAR.GZ?
A widely supported compressed archive that packages files and folders together. A TAR archive compressed with gzip, common on Linux and servers.
Package files for Linux, hosting and deployments. Keep the original file until you have checked the result.
Frequently asked questions
Linux tools, servers and package systems expect TAR.GZ and handle it natively.
Run: tar -xzf filename.tar.gz
Yes. The folder structure stays the same.