Encoding

Gzip Compress

Gzip text and print standard Base64.

How to use Gzip Compress

Gzip Compress — Compress text with gzip and print the bytes as standard Base64. Free to use in D2i DevTools — no account required.

Steps

  1. Fill in Text. This field is required.
  2. Click Run and copy the result under the form.

Frequently asked questions

What is Gzip Compress used for?

Use it to inspect a compressed body or to produce a fixture for a test.

How do I use the free online Gzip Compress tool?

Fill in Text. This field is required. Click Run and copy the result under the form.

What can I paste or upload into Gzip Compress?

Paste the text to compress. It is read as UTF-8 bytes.

What output does Gzip Compress give me?

Standard Base64 of the gzip stream, including padding. Decode it with Gzip Decompress.

Is Gzip Compress free, and is my input private?

Yes — Your input is processed in memory for this request only. It is not saved to disk or the database, and it is cleared after the tool finishes.

Is the result a file download?

The result is Base64 text. Decode it to bytes if you need a .gz file.

Inputs are processed in memory only and are not saved to disk or the database. Data exists only for the duration of your request.