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Data Storage Converter

Convert common data units accurately with a simple global tool.

Data storage converter

Convert digital storage and data-size units for files, devices, cloud plans and technical comparisons.

How it works

Frequently asked questions

Are decimal and binary storage units the same?

No. Decimal units commonly use powers of 1,000, while binary units use powers of 1,024 and are often written with KiB, MiB, GiB and TiB.

How many bytes are in a kilobyte?

In decimal storage, one kilobyte is 1,000 bytes. Binary kibibytes contain 1,024 bytes.

Why do drive sizes look different in operating systems?

Manufacturers and operating systems may use different unit conventions, which can make the displayed capacity appear different.

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How digital storage units differ

Digital storage is commonly expressed using bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes and terabytes. Some systems use decimal prefixes while others use binary units such as KiB, MiB and GiB. This difference can explain why two devices or software tools display different capacities.

A decimal gigabyte is 1,000,000,000 bytes, while a gibibyte is 1,073,741,824 bytes. Use the unit labels shown by the source you are comparing so the conversion remains consistent.

This converter is useful for comparing file sizes, storage capacity, memory specifications and transfer limits. Always check whether a service uses decimal or binary units.