Archive Generators - ZIP, TAR & Compressed Files
Gzip Creator
Compress files using gzip in your browser. Reduce file size for transfer and storage. Private, browser-based compression tool.
Tar Creator
Create TAR archives from multiple files in your browser. Bundle files without compression. Download as .tar file. Private, no uploads.
Zip Creator
Create ZIP archives in your browser. Add files via drag-drop, set compression levels, download instantly. No uploads, completely private, works offline.
Browser-Based Archive Creation
Archive files bundle multiple files and folders into a single package, often with compression to reduce file size. ZIP archives are universally compatible, TAR files preserve Unix permissions and metadata, and compressed variants like tar.gz combine archiving with compression. Our browser-based generators create archives using JSZip and other JavaScript libraries, eliminating the need for desktop archiving software.
Archive Format Selection
ZIP archives are the most widely supported format across Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile platforms. They support compression and can encrypt files with password protection. ZIP is ideal for general file sharing and distribution.
TAR archives preserve Unix file permissions, symbolic links, and directory structures exactly. Often combined with gzip compression (tar.gz) or bzip2 (tar.bz2) for efficient distribution of source code and backups.
Common Use Cases
- File bundling: Combine multiple related files for easier sharing and download
- Batch downloads: Package converted images, generated documents, or processed files into a single ZIP
- Backup creation: Archive important files with compression to save storage space
- Source distribution: Package code projects with proper directory structure and permissions