Data Tape 3 for Mac

Quick summary

Data Tape 3 is a small utility for putting file pieces back together and for breaking large items into smaller parts for easier sharing. It handles both single files and entire folders, optionally wrapping them in .zip archives for smaller transfers. The app is offered in a free edition that includes some limitations.

Main features

• Merge separated file segments back into a single usable file.
• Break up large files or whole folders into multiple parts for easier sending.
• Create and extract .zip archives so split transfers can include many files or be compressed.
• Process multiple items in a batch to save time on repeated tasks.

Compatibility and format support

• Works with common split-file formats and can interoperate with tools like HJSplit.
• Integrates with Safari so downloaded parts can be handled directly from the browser.
• Accepts a variety of file-part naming schemes and extensions used by popular split utilities.

Restrictions and upgrade information

Data Tape 3’s free version imposes limits to encourage purchasing the full edition. Notably, there is a maximum size of 1 GB per split segment in the free release, which may be too restrictive for some modern workflows. Upgrading removes those constraints and typically unlocks additional features.

Typical use cases

• Reconstruct files that were divided to meet email or hosting size limits.
• Prepare large files or folders for transfer by splitting them into manageable chunks.
• Compress multi-file folders into a zip, then split that archive so a recipient can download and reassemble the complete set.