Extract TAR.GZ — Unpack Tarballs Online

TAR.GZ archives are everywhere — GitHub releases, Linux packages, server backups. If you do not have a terminal handy or prefer a visual interface, the MyPDF Extract TAR.GZ tool unpacks tarballs in your browser with a simple drag-and-drop.

How to Extract a TAR.GZ Archive

1. Upload — Drop your .tar.gz or .tgz file into the tool.
2. Browse — Explore the directory tree and file listing inside the archive.
3. Download — Save individual files or download the entire contents as a ZIP.

Supported Archive Variants

Extension	Format	Supported
.tar.gz	TAR + gzip	Yes
.tgz	TAR + gzip (short form)	Yes
.tar.bz2	TAR + bzip2	Yes
.tar.xz	TAR + xz/LZMA	Yes
.tar	Uncompressed TAR	Yes

Practical Tips

• Download selectively. Large tarballs may contain thousands of files. Use the file browser to find and download only what you need.
• Check file permissions. TAR preserves Unix permissions and ownership. If you are deploying extracted files to a server, verify the permissions are correct.
• Re-archive as ZIP for Windows users. Use the Create ZIP tool to repackage extracted files in a format Windows handles natively.

Can I extract TAR.GZ files on Windows without this tool?

Windows 10 and later include a built-in tar command, but it requires the command line. This tool provides a visual alternative that works in any browser.

Does the tool preserve the folder structure?

Yes. The full directory hierarchy stored in the tarball is preserved during extraction.

What is the maximum archive size?

The browser-based tool handles files up to several hundred megabytes. For multi-gigabyte archives, use the command-line tar utility.

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• Create ZIP — Create ZIP files for universal sharing.