Kilobytes to Bytes
Convert binary-style kilobytes to bytes for file size, storage, memory, logs, and software data checks.
How to convert KB to byte
To convert a value from kilobytes (KB) to bytes (byte), enter the number in the converter above. Use the swap control if you need the reverse direction.
x is the source value in KB; y is the result in byte.
Popular conversions
Quick answers for common KB to byte values are available from the related conversion pages.
Use the related tools section for fixed-value conversions and the reverse direction.
Common conversion table
Quick reference table for common KB to byte values:
| KB | byte |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,024 |
| 5 | 5,120 |
| 10 | 10,240 |
| 50 | 51,200 |
| 100 | 102,400 |
| 1,000 | 1,024,000 |
About kilobytes
Kilobyte (KB) — This converter uses the common binary-style computing convention: 1,024 bytes. In strict SI, kB is 1,000 bytes and KiB is 1,024 bytes.
Common uses: Kilobytes are used for small file sizes, logs, configuration files, memory, storage, and software data checks.
About bytes
Byte (byte) — One byte is 8 bits.
Common uses: Bytes are used for file size, memory, storage, logs, databases, and software data measurements.
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