Chmod Calculator
Visual file permission calculator. Convert between symbolic (rwxr-xr-x) and octal (755) notation.
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| Read | Write | Execute | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner | |||
| Group | |||
| Other |
How to Use Chmod Calculator
- 1Click the checkboxes to set read, write, and execute permissions for owner, group, and other.
- 2See the octal value (e.g., 755), symbolic notation (e.g., rwxr-xr-x), and chmod command update in real time.
- 3Alternatively, type an octal value directly and the checkboxes update to match.
- 4Click the copy button to copy the chmod command to your clipboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is chmod?
chmod (change mode) is a Unix/Linux command that changes file and directory permissions. Permissions control who can read, write, or execute a file. chmod accepts both octal notation (755) and symbolic notation (u+rwx,g+rx,o+rx).
What does 755 mean?
755 means the owner has read (4) + write (2) + execute (1) = 7, while group and others have read (4) + execute (1) = 5. In symbolic form: rwxr-xr-x. This is a common permission for web directories and scripts.
What permission should I use for web files?
Directories typically use 755 (rwxr-xr-x). Regular files use 644 (rw-r--r--). Scripts need 755 (rwxr-xr-x). Sensitive configuration files should use 600 (rw-------) or 640 (rw-r-----).
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