Decompress .GZ Files Online Instantly
(No Size Limits)
Open, view, and unpack source archives securely in your browser tab. 100% safe from data leaks, lightning-fast processing, and optimized for large developer packages.
About Decompression of GZ
A .GZ file is a single file compressed using the GNU zip (Gzip) algorithm. Unlike ZIP archives, Gzip is typically used to compress only one single file at a time rather than a collection of folders.
unpk.app utilizes high-speed WebAssembly/JS tools to gunzip your file in milliseconds. Simply drag your file into the dropzone to decompress the original payload immediately.
GZ FAQ
Everything you need to know about how unpk.app processes GZ locally.
Is it safe to extract GZ files online with unpk.app?
Yes, extracting GZ files on unpk.app is completely secure. The entire decompression process runs locally in your browser memory via WebAssembly. Your GZ archive is never uploaded to a server, keeping your confidential contents entirely private.
Can I unpack large GZ archives like 5GB or 10GB files?
Yes! There are no artificial file size caps or upload limits for GZ archives. Since unpk.app extracts GZ files entirely within your browser using WebAssembly, you are only limited by your device's physical memory (RAM).
Do I need an app like WinRAR or 7-Zip to extract GZ files?
No software installation or browser extensions are needed to open GZ files. unpk.app decompresses GZ archives directly in your browser tab, making it ideal for restricted school Chromebooks or locked-down corporate environments.
Can unpk.app extract password-protected or encrypted GZ files?
Yes! unpk.app supports unlocking password-protected GZ archives locally. Since the password prompt and decryption run completely client-side in your browser, your passwords are never sent over the network or stored on any server.
Can I decompress GZ files on mobile browsers like iOS Safari?
Yes! You can extract and view the contents of GZ files directly on iOS Safari or Android Chrome. unpk.app runs smoothly on mobile devices, allowing you to open GZ archives on the go without installing extra apps.
Is there a limit on how many GZ files I can extract for free?
No. unpk.app offers unlimited, free GZ file extractions. Because the processing runs locally on your computer rather than our servers, we don't charge any fees or enforce any bandwidth or volume limits.
What other formats can I extract here besides GZ?
In addition to GZ, unpk.app supports 9 other formats: ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, TAR.GZ, XZ, TAR.XZ, BZ2, and ISO. All formats are unpacked entirely locally inside your browser via WebAssembly.