Archive Format

What is a .TAR.GZ File?

Gzipped Tar Archive (TGZ) (.tar.gz) - Specifications, details, and free conversion tools.

Technical Details & Specifications

Format Name:

Gzipped Tar Archive (TGZ)

File Extension:

.tar.gz

Category:

Archive

MIME Type:

application/gzip

Standard Linux/Unix compressed tarball packaging format combining TAR grouping with Gzip.

How to Open .TAR.GZ Files

Files with the .tar.gz extension can typically be opened using modern web browsers, media players, or native system viewers. If your operating system cannot open this file, you can convert it to a universal format like MP4, MP3, JPG, or PDF using SnapConvert without installing additional software.