Convert Bytes to Bits
Bytes (B) to Bits (b) — the formula, a worked example and a live converter, all in your browser.
Result
Bytes to Bits formula
To convert, multiply by the fixed factor below:
b = B × 8
Worked example
1 B = 1 × 8 = 8 b.
Bytes to Bits conversion table
| Bytes (B) | Bits (b) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 8 |
| 5 | 40 |
| 10 | 80 |
| 100 | 800 |
| 500 | 4,000 |
| 1,000 | 8,000 |
Common uses
Useful in networking and protocol work, where payload sizes in bytes must be expressed as bits on the wire.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert bytes to bits?
Multiply the number of bytes by 8 to get bits (b = B × 8).
How many bits are in a byte?
One byte equals 8 bits.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact decimal (1000-based) and binary (1024-based) definitions and runs entirely in your browser, so nothing you type is uploaded.