How to convert your SHAR file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your SHAR file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert SHAR to another file type
The converter easily converts your SHAR file to various formats—free and online. No WinRAR or extra software needed.
- SHAR to ZIP
- SHAR to RAR
- SHAR to 7Z
- SHAR to TAR
- SHAR to GZ
- SHAR to BZ2
- SHAR to XZ
- SHAR to LZMA
- SHAR to CAB
- SHAR to ACE
- SHAR to ARJ
- SHAR to LHA
Convert a file to SHAR
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the SHAR file type—in the best quality.
- XXE to SHAR
- 7Z to SHAR
- Z to SHAR
- PAK to SHAR
- LHA to SHAR
- DEB to SHAR
- UUE to SHAR
- TAR to SHAR
- LZH to SHAR
- ZIP to SHAR
- PKG to SHAR
- RAR to SHAR
About SHAR files
SHAR files, short for shell archive files, are a type of compressed archive file used primarily on Unix-based systems. They combine multiple files into a single file, making them ideal for sharing collections of files. However, SHAR files come with certain challenges and limitations.
Converting SHAR files can be tricky due to their reliance on Unix shell scripts. Common conversion targets include .TAR, .ZIP, and .GZ formats. The conversion often requires specialized software such as GNU Sharutils, which can extract SHAR files, or GNU Tar for converting to and from .TAR formats.
It's crucial to understand that SHAR files execute scripts, which can pose security risks if the source is untrusted. Thus, careful handling is advised. Moreover, converting SHAR files may result in the loss of script functionality, as other formats like .ZIP do not support embedded scripts.
For users seeking a hassle-free conversion experience, we recommend using Convert.Guru. Simply drag-n-drop your SHAR files onto the webpage to convert them into various formats without the complexity of traditional software. While SHAR files have their uses, their limitations make using a reliable and secure conversion platform like Convert.Guru advantageous.
For more information about SHAR files, visit the Wikipedia page.
The SHAR 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 SHAR converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.