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Convert TAR to ZIP files online with our free archive converter. Whether you're on Windows 10, Mac, Android or iPhone, converting TAR files is quick and easy.
Archive formats are file types used to bundle multiple files and folders into a single file, often with compression to reduce size. Common formats include ZIP, RAR, 7Z, and TAR. These formats are used for storage, sharing, and backups.
To change TAR to ZIP, simply upload your file, choose ZIP as the output, and click Convert. Once done, your file will be ready to download instantly. This app supports batch conversion of files in an archive and sending the result to email.
Check our videoThe TAR file format is a widely used archival format for storing multiple files in a single container, commonly associated with Unix and Linux systems. It is supported by tools like GNU Tar, 7-Zip, and various file archivers, and is often combined with compression formats like GZIP or BZIP2. The format stores files sequentially with metadata such as permissions, timestamps, and ownership, and supports advanced features like symbolic links, hard links, and sparse file handling.
The ZIP file format is a widely used compression and archiving standard that allows multiple files and directories to be bundled into a single compressed file, reducing storage space and simplifying file transfers. It is supported by numerous applications, including built-in tools in operating systems like Windows and macOS, as well as third-party software like WinZip, 7-Zip, and WinRAR. The format uses a combination of lossless compression algorithms, supports encryption, and stores metadata such as file names, timestamps, and directory structures, with optional advanced features like split archives and error recovery.
You can also convert TAR into many other file formats. Please see the complete list below.