Gzip Compressor & Decompressor

Compress and decompress Gzip files online.

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About the Gzip Compressor & Decompressor

Our Gzip tool is a simple utility for compressing and decompressing files using the Gzip algorithm. Gzip is a standard compression format that is widely used on the web to make files smaller, which helps websites load faster. This tool lets you take any file, compress it to save space, or take a `.gz` file and extract its original contents.

We built this tool to be fast, secure, and easy to use. The entire process runs in your browser, so your files are never uploaded to our servers. You can just drag and drop a file to get started. It is perfect for web developers who need to Gzip assets before deployment, or for anyone who needs to quickly open a Gzip archive.

How to Use the Tool

  • Select "Compress" or "Decompress" mode using the tabs.
  • Drag and drop your file onto the upload area, or click to browse for a file.
  • The tool will instantly process the file. The results area will appear showing the new file name and the size change.
  • Click the "Download File" button to save the result to your computer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gzip compression?

Gzip is a file format and a software application used for file compression and decompression. The Gzip algorithm finds and replaces repeated sequences of data in a file, which can significantly reduce the file's size. It is most effective on text-based files like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

What's the difference between Gzip and Zip?

The main difference is that Gzip is designed to compress a single file, while Zip is an archiving format that can bundle and compress multiple files into one. Web servers almost always use Gzip to compress files individually before sending them to a browser because it is faster and more efficient for that purpose.

Will this tool work with large files?

This tool runs entirely in your web browser, so its ability to handle large files depends on your computer's memory and your browser's limitations. It works well for most web assets and documents, but for very large files (several hundred megabytes or more), a desktop application may be more reliable.

What kind of files can I compress?

You can compress any file, but Gzip works best on text-based files like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON, XML, and SVG. It is less effective on files that are already compressed, such as images (JPEG, PNG) or videos (MP4), as there is little redundant data left to remove.

Is this Gzip process secure?

Yes, your data is 100% private. All compression and decompression happens on your own computer within the browser. Your files are never sent to our servers, ensuring your information remains completely secure and confidential.

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