7Z to TAR Converter
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Use this 7Z to TAR converter to turn 7Z files into TAR right in your browser — ideal for bundling files on Linux and backups. 7Z uses lossless compression and TAR uses no compression, so file size and quality can change.
When should you convert 7Z to TAR?
- To bundle files into an archive before downloading
- To get TAR's built-in advantage: preserves permissions
- To move past 7Z's common limitation: needs 7-Zip or compatible tool
- To open your files in apps that prefer TAR
About 7Z and TAR files
7z archive
Strengths
- excellent compression
- strong encryption support
Limitations
- needs 7-Zip or compatible tool
- slower than ZIP
TAR archive
Strengths
- preserves permissions
- standard on Unix
Limitations
- no compression by itself
- usually paired with gzip
7Z vs TAR
| Format | 7Z | TAR |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | None |
| Transparency | — | — |
| Best for | high-ratio compression and bundling large file sets | bundling files on Linux and backups |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this 7Z to TAR converter free?
- Yes. You can convert 7Z to TAR online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Why convert to TAR instead of staying with 7Z?
- TAR is known for being preserves permissions — that's what you gain by converting instead of keeping the 7Z file.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple 7Z files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.