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Convert GZ to TAR.BZ2

Convert GZ archives to TAR.BZ2 in one step: the archive is extracted and re-packed inside your browser. TAR.BZ2 compresses tighter than TAR.GZ for Linux use.

  • No upload — 100% private
  • Fast, lossless when possible
  • Free & unlimited
  • Works on iPhone & Android
    Compression

    How to convert GZ to TAR.BZ2

    1. 1

      Tap Choose archive and pick your GZ file.

    2. 2

      Check that TAR.BZ2 is selected and choose the compression level.

    3. 3

      Press Convert archive. Enter the password if the original is protected.

    4. 4

      The TAR.BZ2 downloads automatically.

    GZ vs TAR.BZ2

    GZTAR.BZ2
    Full nameGzip compressed fileBzip2-compressed TAR
    Can create hereYesYes
    Developed byJean-loup Gailly & Mark AdlerJulian Seward
    Introduced19921996
    Opens on iPhone✕ Needs an app (or this site)✕ Needs an app (or this site)
    Opens on Android✕ Needs an app (or this site)✕ Needs an app (or this site)
    Opens on Windows◐ Newer versions only◐ Newer versions only
    Opens on Mac✓ Built in✓ Built in

    GZ: GZ is a single file compressed with gzip. Web servers, logs and databases use it heavily. Unlike ZIP, it holds only one file.

    TAR.BZ2: TAR.BZ2 is a TAR archive compressed with bzip2. It compresses better than gzip but is slower.

    Frequently asked questions

    Will my files change when converting GZ to TAR.BZ2?
    No. Archive formats are lossless, so every file is restored bit for bit and packed again.
    My GZ is password-protected — can I convert it?
    Yes. Enter the password when asked. You can also set a new password on the output (ZIP and 7Z).
    Is there a size limit?
    No fixed limit. It depends on your device's memory: several GB on computers, a few hundred MB on phones.
    Are my files uploaded?
    No. Everything runs in your browser with 7-Zip compiled to WebAssembly.

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