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Convert JAR (WAR, EAR) files to ZIP, 7Z and TAR.GZ. Everything on this page is converted in your browser, so your files never leave your device.
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About JAR
A JAR is a ZIP file with a manifest, holding compiled Java classes and resources; WAR and EAR files for web and enterprise applications are built the same way. Any ZIP program can open one to show its contents, even though the Java runtime is what executes it.
JAR is a ZIP renamed for Java, and unpacking it does not give you readable source code. JAR is what the Java runtime and build tools expect.
- Stands for
- Java Archive
- Type
- ZIP-based package
- Compression
- Lossless (Deflate, as in ZIP)
- Introduced
- 1997, by Sun Microsystems
- Opens in
- The Java runtime (to run it) and any ZIP tool (to look inside)
- Best for
- Packaging Java applications and libraries
- File extension
- .jar, .war, .ear
- MIME type
- application/java-archive
Questions
How do I open a JAR file?
JAR opens in: The Java runtime (to run it) and any ZIP tool (to look inside). If your device or app cannot open it, convert it to ZIP or 7Z above.
What can I convert JAR to?
ToAny converts JAR to ZIP, 7Z and TAR.GZ.
Can I convert other files to JAR?
No. ToAny reads JAR files and converts them to other formats, but it does not create JAR.
Are my files uploaded?
No. Every JAR conversion listed here runs inside your browser. The files stay on your device.
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