chmod Calculator

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Convert between octal (755) and symbolic (rwxr-xr-x) permissions.

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See how it works

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How to use chmod Calculator

Follow these steps — everything happens instantly in your browser.

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    Step 1. Pick a direction — Octal → Symbolic or Symbolic → Octal.

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    Step 2. Enter the value (e.g. 755 or rwxr-xr-x).

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    Step 3. Click Calc.

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    Step 4. Copy either representation.

Why use this tool

Private by design

All processing happens locally in your browser. Open DevTools → Network and you'll see zero file uploads. Ever.

Instant

No upload wait, no queue, no server round-trip. Results appear the moment you drop a file.

Free & unlimited

No accounts, no watermarks, no daily caps. Use it as many times as you like, forever.

Works everywhere

Desktop, tablet or phone — every tool is responsive and installable as a PWA for offline use.

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