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CPIO to TAR.GZ Converter

Convert CPIO files to TAR.GZ. Free and without uploading.

This tool converts CPIO files to TAR.GZ. Unix cpio archive.

TAR.GZ is a common archive on Linux and macOS: files are bundled with TAR, then compressed with Gzip. The CPIO archive is opened and its files and folders are repacked as TAR.GZ. For password-protected archives you can enter the password.

Conversion happens inside your browser; your files are never sent to a server.

How to use

1. Drag and drop your CPIO files, paste them, fetch one from a link, or use "Choose files".
2. Enter the password if the archive has one.
3. Press "Convert" and download the TAR.GZ files.

Frequently asked questions

Is anything lost when converting CPIO to TAR.GZ?

No. Files are extracted and repacked as they are; their contents don’t change.

How many files can I convert at once?

There is no limit. Download the results one by one or as a ZIP.

Are my files uploaded?

No. Your CPIO files are converted to TAR.GZ inside your browser.