Binary Viewer
Upload any file to view its bytes as 8-bit binary strings. Useful for inspecting magic bytes, file signatures, and understanding binary formats.
100% client-side · files never leave your device
How to use
- Click the file picker and select any file from your device.
- Choose how many bytes to display from the dropdown.
- The binary output appears automatically — each row shows the byte offset, 8-bit binary value, and the hex equivalent.
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- Hex Viewer — view files as classic xxd hex dump
- File Hash Compare — compare SHA-256 of two files
- File Extension List — identify file types
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this binary viewer free?
- Yes, completely free with no signup and no usage limits.
- Does my file get uploaded anywhere?
- No. The file is read locally using the browser FileReader API. Nothing is sent to any server.
- Does it work on mobile?
- Yes. The tool is mobile-first and works on iPhone Safari and Android Chrome.