Conversion Result
How This Was Calculated:
500+
MIME Types
15
Categories
100%
Accurate
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Instant Results
MIME Types Database
Comprehensive database of MIME types and file extensions
| File Extension | MIME Type | Category | Description |
|---|
User Guide
- Extension to MIME: Enter a file extension (e.g., "jpg") without the dot to find its MIME type
- MIME to Extension: Enter a MIME type (e.g., "image/jpeg") to find all associated file extensions
- Batch Conversion: Convert multiple values at once by entering one per line
- Search Database: Use the search bar to instantly filter through 500+ MIME types
- Category Filter: Click category buttons to view specific types of files
- Copy Results: Click the copy button to copy conversion results to clipboard
Interesting Facts
- MIME stands for "Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions"
- MIME types were originally designed for email attachments in 1992
- The most common MIME type is text/html for web pages
- There are over 1,500 registered MIME types with IANA
- MIME types consist of a type and subtype (e.g., image/jpeg)
- Modern browsers use MIME types to determine how to display content
Additional Tips
- Always specify correct MIME types in HTTP headers for proper content delivery
- Use "application/octet-stream" for unknown binary files
- MIME types are case-insensitive but lowercase is recommended
- Some extensions have multiple valid MIME types (e.g., .mp4)
- Custom MIME types should start with "x-" prefix
- Vendor-specific MIME types use "vnd." prefix
Use Cases
- Web Development: Set correct Content-Type headers in server responses
- File Upload Systems: Validate and categorize uploaded files
- API Development: Specify accept and content types in REST APIs
- Email Systems: Properly format email attachments
- Content Management: Organize and filter media files
- Security: Validate file types to prevent malicious uploads
About This Tool
The Advanced MIME Types Converter is a professional-grade tool designed for developers, system administrators, and content managers who need quick and accurate MIME type conversions.
Built with modern web technologies, this tool features a comprehensive database of 500+ MIME types, real-time search capabilities, batch processing, and an intuitive interface.
Our database is regularly updated to include the latest MIME types and follows IANA (Internet Assigned Numbers Authority) standards for maximum compatibility.
Examples
Extension: jpg
Result: image/jpeg
Result: image/jpeg
MIME Type: application/pdf
Result: pdf
Result: pdf
Extension: mp4
Result: video/mp4
Result: video/mp4
MIME Type: text/html
Result: html, htm
Result: html, htm
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Price | Free |
| Rendering | Client-Side Rendering |
| Language | JavaScript |
| Paywall | No |
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