bits to bytes Converter
Convert bits to bytes instantly. Includes a reference table and formula.
| bits | bytes |
|---|
How to convert bits to bytes
Enter your value
Type the number of bits you want to convert into the left box. The result in bytes appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — bytes to bits. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
About bits and bytes
bits and bytes are measurement units. Use this converter to switch between them instantly.
8 bits = 1 byte. Network speeds in bits/second (bps); file sizes in bytes. A '100 Mbps' connection: 100,000,000 bits/second ÷ 8 = 12,500,000 bytes/second = 12.5 MB/s maximum theoretical speed.
| bits | bytes |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.125 |
| 4 | 0.5 |
| 8 | 1 |
| 16 | 2 |
| 32 | 4 |
| 64 | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert bits to bytes?
To convert bits to bytes, multiply by 0.125. Or use the calculator above for instant results.
How many bytes are in 1 bits?
1 bits equals 0.125 bytes.
Is the bits to bytes converter free?
Yes, the bits to bytes converter is completely free with no sign-up required, no downloads, and it works offline once the page has loaded.