MIME Type Lookup

Why use MIME Type Lookup?

MIME Type Lookup is a quick, no-nonsense developer utility that runs entirely client-side, so your code and data never leave your machine.

• Runs instantly in your browser — nothing to install, nothing uploaded.
• Completely free, with no account, no watermarks and no usage limits.
• Covers common web, image, document, audio, video, font and archive types
• Type an extension (like png or pdf) or part of a MIME type.
• Works on any device — desktop, tablet and phone — and is fully keyboard accessible.

How to use MIME Type Lookup

1. Type an extension (like png or pdf) or part of a MIME type.
2. Matching extensions and MIME types are listed instantly.
3. Copy the MIME type you need.
4. Use it for HTTP headers, uploads or config.

Examples

• Finding that .webp maps to image/webp.
• Listing all application/* types.

Supported formats

• Covers common web, image, document, audio, video, font and archive types

Limitations

• A curated common list, not the full IANA registry.
• Some files can have multiple valid MIME types.