Is GZIP the same as ZIP?
No. GZIP compresses one stream, while ZIP is an archive format that can contain multiple files.
GZIP Compress & Decompress
Create a .gz file from one file, or unpack a GZIP file back to its original bytes.
GZIP a file
Choose a file, then compress or decompress it.
How to use GZIP Compress & Decompress
- Choose a file.
- Select Compress to GZIP to create a .gz file, or Decompress GZIP for an existing .gz file.
- Download the result.
Common questions
Can I decompress .gz files?
Yes. Choose the .gz file and select Decompress GZIP.
Does GZIP change the original file?
No. A new compressed or decompressed file is downloaded.