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Data Storage Converter

Convert digital storage units

Convert between bits, bytes, KB, MB, GB, TB and PB - instantly as you type

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About the data storage converter

The data storage converter translates between every common unit of digital storage, from individual bits up to petabytes. Type any amount, choose the unit you are converting from and the unit you want, and the result updates live as you type. Use the swap button to reverse the direction in a single click.

Storage units use the binary convention where 1 KB = 1024 bytes, 1 MB = 1024 KB, and so on — the standard used by operating systems and file managers. One byte is always equal to 8 bits.

Supported units

  • bit, Byte
  • KB, MB, GB, TB, PB

How to use the data storage converter

  1. Enter a value

    Type the storage amount you want to convert.

  2. Pick the from and to units

    Select the unit you are converting from and the unit you want to convert to.

  3. Swap if needed

    Use the swap button to reverse the conversion direction instantly.

Frequently asked questions

Why does 1 KB equal 1024 bytes?
This converter uses the binary convention (1 KB = 1024 bytes), which is the standard used by operating systems and file managers. The decimal convention (1 KB = 1000 bytes) is used by storage manufacturers.
How many bits are in a byte?
There are 8 bits in one byte, and the converter uses that exact relationship.
Can I convert between bits and bytes?
Yes. Select bit as one unit and Byte as the other, and the converter applies the 8-bit-per-byte factor automatically.
Does it work offline?
The converter runs entirely in your browser, so once the page is loaded it works without an internet connection.
Is the data storage converter free?
Yes, it is completely free and requires no account or sign-up.

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