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Convert ISO to TAR.BZ2

Convert ISO 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 ISO to TAR.BZ2

    1. 1

      Tap Choose archive and pick your ISO 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.

    ISO vs TAR.BZ2

    ISOTAR.BZ2
    Full nameISO disc imageBzip2-compressed TAR
    Can create hereExtract onlyYes
    Developed byISO 9660Julian Seward
    Introduced19881996
    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✓ Built in◐ Newer versions only
    Opens on Mac✓ Built in✓ Built in

    ISO: ISO is an exact image of a CD, DVD or USB installer. You can open it here to copy individual files out without burning or mounting it.

    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 ISO to TAR.BZ2?
    No. Archive formats are lossless, so every file is restored bit for bit and packed again.
    My ISO 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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