Extract TGZ
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Need help?How to Extract TGZ Archives
- Upload your TGZ file — Click "+ Add Files" or drag and drop your TGZ archive.
- Extract — Click "Extract" to decompress the gzip layer and unpack the tar archive.
- Download files — Browse the extracted files and download individually or all at once.
Why Extract TGZ Files?
TGZ is a compressed archive format combining tar (tape archive) with gzip compression. It's equivalent to .tar.gz but with a shorter extension. TGZ is the most common archive format in the Linux/Unix ecosystem — used for software packages, source code distribution, system backups, and Docker image layers.
Extracting TGZ files online lets you access the contents without command-line tools — useful on Windows, Chromebooks, or when you need quick access to a file inside the archive.
TGZ vs Other Archive Formats
| Format | Compression | Speed | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| TGZ / .tar.gz | gzip | Fast | Linux packages, npm tarballs |
| TZ2 / .tar.bz2 | bzip2 | Medium | Source code, smaller archives |
| .tar.xz | xz/LZMA | Slow | Modern Linux distros |
| .zip | DEFLATE | Fast | Cross-platform sharing |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TGZ format?
TGZ is a tar archive compressed with gzip. It's equivalent to .tar.gz — the short extension is used on systems with filename restrictions. The most common archive format on Linux/Unix.
Is TGZ the same as tar.gz?
Yes. TGZ and .tar.gz are identical formats — both are tar archives compressed with gzip. The only difference is the extension.
What files can be inside a TGZ archive?
Any files — source code, binaries, configuration files, web assets, Docker layers. TGZ is a general-purpose archive format.
Can I extract specific files?
Browse the extracted contents and download only the files you need.
Do I need Linux to extract TGZ?
No. This tool extracts TGZ archives in your browser — works on Windows, macOS, and any device with a web browser.