Extract TAR & TAR.GZ Archives Online (In-Browser Unpacker)
Unpack Unix POSIX TAR archives directly in memory with per-file previews and selective extraction.
Open Linux software archives and developer tarballs on Windows or Mac without terminal commands. Decompresses Gzip layers and extracts tar stream headers locally in your browser.
How to Use Extract TAR & TAR.GZ Archives Online (In-Browser Unpacker)
Select Your File
Drag and drop your file or click Browse to select from your device.
Set Target Options
Choose desired format, compression level, or customization parameters.
Convert & Download
Click Convert to process instantly in local memory and save your result.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a TAR and a ZIP file?
TAR is a Unix archive container that concatenates files sequentially, while GZIP compresses the tar stream (.tar.gz). ZIP compresses each file individually.
Can this tool handle nested folder structures within the TAR?
Yes. Directory paths and file permissions stored in the TAR header blocks are parsed and displayed in a hierarchical folder tree.
Is any software installation required to open .tar.gz files?
None at all. Everything decompresses client-side using JavaScript TypedArrays and WebAssembly decompression streams.
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