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MIME Type Lookup Online

Free online MIME detector that maps filenames and hints to Content-Type values for HTTP responses.

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Free online MIME detector that maps filenames and hints to Content-Type values for HTTP responses.

How it works

This tool maps common extensions and signatures to MIME types like image/png or application/json. It helps set correct Content-Type headers.

Example

Input:
file.json

Output:
application/json

FAQ

Why is Content-Type important?

It tells browsers and clients how to interpret the response, which affects rendering, downloads, and security behavior.

Can extensions be wrong?

Yes. The most reliable detection uses content signatures (magic bytes) when available.

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