What is the difference between GZ and ZIP?
GZIP normally compresses one file or data stream, while ZIP can store multiple files and folders in one archive.
File
GZ Extractor
Decompress GZ and GZIP files directly in your browser. Restore the original file locally without uploading it to a server.
Tool
GZ Extractor
Decompress GZ and GZIP files directly in your browser. Restore the original file locally without uploading it to a server.
This tool runs in your browser. Your input is processed locally and is not uploaded.
About this Tool
Use this free GZ Extractor to decompress a GZ or GZIP file and restore the original file. GZIP normally compresses a single data stream rather than storing multiple independent files like ZIP. Decompression runs directly in your browser, so the source file does not need to be uploaded to a server.
Examples
- database.sql.gz
- access.log.gz
- dataset.csv.gz
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this tool extract TAR.GZ files?
A TAR.GZ file contains a complete TAR archive. Use the TAR Extractor to decompress and extract all files from TAR.GZ or TGZ archives in one step.
Is the GZ file uploaded?
No. Decompression is designed to run locally in your browser.