The GNU Tar program provides the ability to create tar archives, as well as various other kinds of manipulation
Publisher’s description
What is Tar?
Tar by GnuWin32 is open-source Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 1.3 MB. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Small download (1.3 MB)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- No update for more than a year
In short: Tar is an open-source Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Tar safe to download?
- The file is served by sourceforge.net, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
3A85DA1C6611C83739ADCDAD640D76CCB627A3EFFAE408AC1D83BAEF2D69B6E1· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.13-1Latest | August 11, 2022 | 1.3 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id GnuWin32.Tar -edownload /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is Tar free?
Yes. Tar is open-source software under the GnuWin License licence.
Is Tar safe to download?
The download comes from sourceforge.net, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Tar with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Tar be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Tar run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
