File Signature & Magic Bytes Inspector
Inspect binary file header magic bytes to verify true file formats (PNG, JPG, PDF, ZIP).
Inspect binary file header magic bytes to verify true file formats (PNG, JPG, PDF, ZIP).
About this tool
File Signature & Magic Bytes Inspector is a free, browser-based tool that lets you inspect binary file header magic bytes to verify true file formats (PNG, JPG, PDF, ZIP). It supports File → Magic Bytes Info. Everything runs locally on your device, so your files are never uploaded to a server. There's no sign-up, no watermark, and no limit — just open File Signature & Magic Bytes Inspector, add your input, and get results instantly.

Select any file from your device.
Verifies true binary header signature.
Detect disguised or corrupted file uploads.
File Signature & Magic Bytes Inspector processes your data locally in the browser. Nothing is uploaded, tracked, or stored u2014 your files never leave your device.
Use File Signature & Magic Bytes Inspector as much as you want with no fees, no watermarks, and no hidden limits.
File Signature & Magic Bytes Inspector runs in any modern browser. There's nothing to download, install, or configure.
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