MIME Type Lookup
Search file extensions and their MIME types.
A static reference — nothing is sent anywhere.
- Search by extension or by part of a MIME type and get the exact string.
- Covers the common web, image, audio, video, font, archive and document types.
- A static reference — instant, offline-capable, nothing sent anywhere.
Why this is private
- A static reference — nothing is sent anywhere.
- Open your browser's DevTools → Network tab while using this tool — you won't see a request carrying your input, because it never leaves your device.
- Nothing you enter is uploaded to a server or shared with us — the processing happens entirely on your device.
Overview
A searchable reference of common file extensions and their MIME (content) types — useful when setting a Content-Type header or configuring file upload restrictions.
How to use it
- 1Search by file extension or part of a MIME type.
- 2Copy the matching content type.
Frequently asked questions
What people use it for
Set a correct Content-Type headerLook up `.webp` or `.woff2` when configuring a server or CDN response.
Configure an upload allow-listRestrict accepted uploads to specific MIME types instead of trusting the file extension.
Debug a file that downloads instead of openingA wrong or missing MIME type is the usual cause — check the expected value.
Fill in a data URI's typeGet the right `data:<mime>;base64,` prefix for an inlined asset.
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