BZIP2 Archive Extractor
Open .bz2 compressed data and repackage it without switching tools
Privacy-first
Files never leave your device
Lightning fast
Extract instantly
Preview files
View before extracting
Up to 2 GB
Browser limit for individual archives
Drop your BZ2 archive here
We extract everything directly in your browser. For multipart archives, select all parts.
Useful when mirroring open-source releases or decomposing archives provided by older systems.
Example Archive
Archive Name
dataset.csv.bz2 Typical Usage
Analytics datasetWhy teams choose this tool
- 100% client-side extraction powered by WebAssembly
- Preview directories before downloading large payloads
- Password prompts appear only when encryption is detected
- Works offline once the extractor is loaded
Workflow
- Drop your archive into the page or use the file picker.
- Warm up the extraction engines for large or encrypted archives.
- Preview folders, select what you need, and download instantly.
Format quick facts
BZIP2 delivers higher compression ratios than gzip for single files and TAR bundles.
Supported extensions: .bz2
Best for
- Reviewing release packages before pushing to production
- Grabbing a single folder from a massive archive
- Auditing logs and backups without unzipping locally
- Helping non-technical teammates access individual files
Pitfalls to watch
- Large archives can consume browser memory—close other heavy tabs if you hit limits.
- Encrypted archives still require the original passphrase.
- Nested archives must be downloaded and reopened individually.
Common questions
Can I preview files inside a BZIP2 archive?
Yes. The extractor renders a browsable file tree so you can inspect folders and download individual files before exporting everything.
Does this support password-protected BZIP2 archives?
When encryption is detected, you'll be prompted for the password and the archive will be decrypted entirely in your browser.
Extract BZIP2 archives securely
Run everything inside your browser so sensitive files never leave your device. Download only what you need and keep workflows fast.