Chmod Calculator

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Unix file permissions — numeric and symbolic

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Chmod Calculator — at a glance

Tick read, write and execute boxes for owner, group and others to get the numeric chmod value (like 755), the symbolic form (rwxr-xr-x) and a ready-to-run command.

Your values
rwx r-x r-x
Run
Result
755

How to use it — step by step

Tick the permissions you want.

1

Enter your values

Fill in the boxes. Sample values are already there so you can see how it works.

2

Calculate

Press the button to get your answer instantly.

3

Read the result

The main answer is shown in a large card with extra details below it.

4

Copy it

Use the copy button to save the result anywhere.

Pro tips

Small things that make the result better.

✦755 is common for scripts and folders; 644 is common for normal files.
✦Never use 777 on a live server — anyone could change the file.
✦Read = 4, write = 2, execute = 1. Add them for each group.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 755 mean?+

Owner can read, write and execute (7). Group and others can read and execute (5).

Is my data safe?+

Yes. Everything runs inside your own browser. Your text, files and images are never uploaded to any server.

Is this tool really free?+

Yes — completely free, no signup, no watermark and no usage limit.

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