How to convert your SFX file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your SFX file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert SFX to another file type
The converter easily converts your SFX file to various formats—free and online. No WinRAR or extra software needed.
- SFX to ZIP
- SFX to RAR
- SFX to 7Z
- SFX to TAR
- SFX to GZ
- SFX to BZ2
- SFX to XZ
- SFX to LZMA
- SFX to CAB
- SFX to ACE
- SFX to ARJ
- SFX to LHA
Convert a file to SFX
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the SFX file type—in the best quality.
- XXE to SFX
- 7Z to SFX
- Z to SFX
- PAK to SFX
- LHA to SFX
- DEB to SFX
- UUE to SFX
- TAR to SFX
- LZH to SFX
- ZIP to SFX
- PKG to SFX
- RAR to SFX
About SFX files
SFX files, or Self-Extracting Archives, are a type of compressed file that can automatically extract its contents when executed. These files are commonly used for distributing software and large sets of documents. However, converting SFX files can pose significant challenges.
To convert an SFX file, you need specialized software that can handle the unique nature of these archives. WinZip and WinRAR are two popular programs that can extract the contents of SFX files. Once extracted, these contents can be converted into various formats like .zip, .tar, or .7z. Additionally, 7-Zip is an open-source alternative that supports SFX extraction and conversion.
Converting SFX files requires careful consideration. These files may contain executable code, which poses security risks. Always ensure you trust the source of the SFX file before opening it. Furthermore, SFX files can sometimes be large, making them cumbersome to handle and convert without the right tools.
Despite these challenges, using the free and easy Convert.Guru website simplifies the conversion process. By dragging and dropping your SFX files onto the webpage, you can effortlessly convert them into various formats, ensuring safety and reliability.
While SFX files have their benefits, the drawbacks of potential security risks and conversion difficulties make exploring alternative formats worthwhile. For more details on SFX files, visit Wikipedia.
The SFX Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best SFX converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.