Online TAR Converter
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What is a TAR file?
TAR stands for Tape Archive and is a format used to bundle multiple files into a single archive without compression. It originated in Unix systems and is still widely used for packaging files in open-source and Linux environments.
While TAR itself doesn’t compress data, it is often used in conjunction with compression tools like gzip or bzip2 (e.g., .tar.gz or .tar.bz2 files).
How to open TAR files
TAR files can be opened with 7-Zip, WinRAR, or Unix/Linux terminal tools. They are often used as a base for compressed archives like TAR.GZ or TAR.BZ2.
Use AnyConv to extract or convert TAR archives to standard formats on any platform.
Key facts about TAR
- Full name: Tape Archive File
- Extension: .tar
- MIME type: application/x-tar
- Developed by: AT&T Bell Labs
- Initial release: 1979
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FAQ
- 👍 What is the best TAR converter?
- Perhaps our TAR converter is the best. AnyConv is fast, free and does not require software installation.
- 🔺 How to convert Archive files to TAR?
- Choose files and upload them on the page. Select "to TAR" and click "Convert". After a few seconds, you can download TAR files.
- 🔻 How do i change TAR to another format?
- Upload your TAR-file on the page. Select target format and click "Convert". TAR conversion takes a few seconds.
- 📱 Can I use TAR converter on iPhone or iPad?
- Yes, you can convert TAR files from iPhone, iPad and other mobile devices, because AnyConv TAR Converter is a multi-platform web service.