Data Conversion & GenerationLast updated: 2026-08-24

Data Size Converter

Convert between bit, byte, KB, MB, GB, TB and PB. Switch between binary (1024) and decimal (1000) conventions to answer "how many MB in 1GB?" accurately.

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How to use

  1. 1

    Enter a value

    Type the data size you want to convert.

  2. 2

    Pick the unit

    Select the unit of the entered value (bit to PB).

  3. 3

    Check the results

    Conversions to every unit appear instantly.

Features

  • Convert across 7 units from bit to PB
  • Switch between binary (1024) and decimal (SI) with one click
  • Converts to every unit in real time as you type
  • Your value is never sent to a server

Use cases

Check storage capacity

Answer questions like "how many MB is a 512GB SSD?" or make sense of OS capacity displays.

Measure mobile data plans

Convert "30GB plan" into MB, or check how much of your remaining data you can still use.

Check transfer and attachment limits

Convert limits such as a 25MB email attachment cap into KB or other units.

Details

Data size conversion is confusing because "how many bytes is 1KB" has two answers. This tool lets you switch between the binary convention (1024) used by operating systems and the decimal (SI) convention used in storage product labeling, so both notations are handled correctly.

In the binary convention, 1GB = 1024MB = about 1.07 billion bytes. In decimal notation, 1GB = 1000MB = exactly 1 billion bytes. An SSD showing "less capacity than advertised" in your OS is usually just this notation difference, not a defect.

The tool supports bit, byte, KB, MB, GB, TB and PB, converting to every unit in real time as you type. Everything runs in your browser - the value you enter is never sent to a server.

FAQ

How many MB is 1GB?

1024MB in the binary (1024) convention, or 1000MB in decimal (SI). Operating systems and file sizes usually use binary, while storage product labels use decimal - switch between them in this tool to see both.

What is the difference between KB and KiB?

KiB explicitly means 1024 bytes (binary). KB technically means 1000 bytes (SI) but is commonly used to mean 1024 as well. To avoid confusion, pick the base that matches your context.

What is the difference between Mbps and MB?

Mbps is megabits per second (bits), while MB is megabytes (bytes). Since 1 byte = 8 bits, a 100Mbps connection transfers up to 12.5MB per second in theory.

Are my numbers saved anywhere?

No. Everything is converted in your browser and nothing is stored or sent.

All processing happens in your browser. Your files are never uploaded.

Verified: Value/unit/base switching, results, errors and copy are covered by browser tests

Did you know?

Storage vendors label 1GB as 1000MB (SI), while operating systems count 1GB as 1024MB (binary) - that is where the two conventions come from.

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