MIME Type Lookup
Enter a file extension (e.g. png) or MIME type (e.g. text/html) to look up
How It Works
This tool operates entirely in your browser with no server-side processing required. Simply enter either a file extension (e.g., 'pdf', 'jpg', 'mp4') or a MIME type (e.g., 'application/pdf', 'image/jpeg', 'video/mp4') into the search field, and the tool instantly displays the corresponding result.
The lookup database is powered by IANA's official mime-db, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internet standards. The bidirectional search capability means you can work in either direction: convert extensions to MIME types for HTTP headers and content-type configurations, or find appropriate file extensions when you only have a MIME type.
Results are returned instantly without any network delay, making this tool ideal for rapid development and server configuration tasks. The tool handles common variations including formats with or without leading dots and case-insensitive queries.
Common Use Cases
- Web Development: Verify correct MIME types for Content-Type HTTP headers when serving files through web applications
- File Upload Validation: Determine appropriate MIME types to validate and restrict file uploads based on type
- Server Configuration: Configure web servers (Apache, Nginx) with proper MIME type mappings for static content delivery
- API Integration: Set correct Content-Type headers when building APIs that handle file uploads and downloads
- Cross-Platform Development: Quickly reference MIME types across different operating systems and frameworks without memorization
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