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Data Storage Converter

Convert digital storage sizes with clear decimal (KB, MB, GB) and binary (KiB, MiB, GiB) units — they are not the same.

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How to Convert Storage Units

  1. Step 1

    Choose storage units

    Provide the values or units for this calculation.

  2. Step 2

    Enter a size

    The result updates as you change inputs.

  3. Step 3

    Review the result

    Copy the result or reset to start again.

Decimal vs Binary Storage

  • Bit and byte
  • Decimal KB–PB
  • Binary KiB–TiB
  • Clear labeling of both systems
  • Live conversion

Supported Storage Units

Input formats

  • Storage sizes

Output formats

  • Converted sizes

Supported formats

  • Storage units

Examples

1 KiB to bytes

1 KiB = 1,024 bytes

Input

1 KiB

Output

1024 B

1 KB to bytes

1 KB = 1,000 bytes

Input

1 KB

Output

1000 B

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 1 KB the same as 1 KiB?

No. 1 KB (decimal) is 1,000 bytes. 1 KiB (binary) is 1,024 bytes.

Why do OS file sizes differ?

Some systems report sizes using binary multiples while labeling them with SI-style names. This converter keeps the names distinct.

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