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How to convert tar.gz to zip file

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Understanding tar.gz and zip file formats

tar.gz is a compressed archive format commonly used on Unix and Linux systems. It combines multiple files into a single archive using the tar (tape archive) utility, then compresses the archive with gzip to reduce file size. The resulting file has a .tar.gz extension.

zip is a widely used archive format that supports both archiving and compression in a single step. It is compatible with most operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, and uses the .zip extension.

Why convert tar.gz to zip?

Converting a tar.gz file to zip format is useful for sharing files with users on different platforms, especially Windows, where zip is natively supported. It also allows for easier extraction without the need for additional tools.

How to convert tar.gz to zip

The conversion process involves two steps: extracting the contents of the tar.gz archive and then compressing them into a zip file.

Using 7-Zip (Windows)

  1. Download and install 7-Zip from the official website.
  2. Right-click the .tar.gz file and select 7-Zip → Extract Here to extract the .tar file.
  3. Right-click the extracted .tar file and select 7-Zip → Extract Here again to extract the contents.
  4. Select the extracted files, right-click, and choose 7-Zip → Add to archive....
  5. In the dialog, set Archive format to zip and click OK.

Using command line (Linux/macOS)

  1. Open a terminal.
  2. Extract the tar.gz file:
    tar -xzf yourfile.tar.gz
  3. Compress the extracted folder to zip:
    zip -r yourfile.zip extracted_folder/

Best software for tar.gz to zip conversion

  • 7-Zip (Windows): Free, open-source, and supports both formats.
  • PeaZip (Windows/Linux): Another free tool with a user-friendly interface.
  • Command line tools (Linux/macOS): tar and zip utilities are pre-installed on most systems.

Online converters

For quick conversions without installing software, use online services like CloudConvert or Zamzar. Simply upload your .tar.gz file and choose zip as the output format.

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TAR.GZ vs ZIP: format comparison

How the TAR.GZ and ZIP formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the TAR.GZ and ZIP file formats
Property .TAR.GZ Tarball compressed with gzip .ZIP ZIP archive
Compression Both Both
Compression ratio High Medium
Encryption No Yes
Split archives No Yes
Recovery record No No
Operating system support Wide Wide
Typical file size Medium Medium
Open standard Yes Yes
Introduced 1992 1989
Developer GNU Project (tar and gzip); format is a combination of two existing tools rather than a single stand Phil Katz / PKWARE
MIME type application/gzip application/zip
Open TAR.GZ file Open ZIP file

Suggested software and links: tar.gz to zip converters

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ZipZag

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Frequently asked questions

Is the TAR.GZ to ZIP converter free?

Yes, converting TAR.GZ to ZIP on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required.

How large can my TAR.GZ file be?

You can upload TAR.GZ files up to 1000 MB and convert up to 1 files at once in a single batch.

What happens to my uploaded files?

Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.

Do I need to install any software to convert TAR.GZ to ZIP?

No. The TAR.GZ to ZIP conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.

Did the conversion fail?

In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid TAR.GZ file for this TAR.GZ to ZIP conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.

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