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Convert ZIP to TAR.BZ2

Convert ZIP 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 ZIP to TAR.BZ2

    1. 1

      Tap Choose archive and pick your ZIP 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.

    ZIP vs TAR.BZ2

    ZIPTAR.BZ2
    Full nameZIP archiveBzip2-compressed TAR
    Can create hereYesYes
    Developed byPhil Katz (PKWARE)Julian Seward
    Introduced19891996
    Opens on iPhone✓ Built in✕ Needs an app (or this site)
    Opens on Android✓ Built in✕ Needs an app (or this site)
    Opens on Windows✓ Built in◐ Newer versions only
    Opens on Mac✓ Built in✓ Built in

    ZIP: ZIP is the universal archive format. It bundles many files and folders into one compressed file, and every computer and phone can open it without extra software.

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