Font Size Converter

Convert between px, em, rem, pt, and percentage font sizes. Typography unit converter.

px (browser default is 16px)
Quick:

Enter a value to convert

Quick Reference (at 16px base)

px rem/em pt Use case
12px 0.75rem 9pt Small text, captions
14px 0.875rem 10.5pt Secondary text
16px 1rem 12pt Body text (default)
18px 1.125rem 13.5pt Large body text
24px 1.5rem 18pt H3 headings
32px 2rem 24pt H2 headings

How to Use Font Size Converter

  1. Enter a font size in any unit
  2. All equivalent values are calculated
  3. Set base font size for em/rem (default 16px)
  4. Reference common size conversions

About Font Size Converter

Convert between font size units instantly. Enter px, em, rem, pt, or percentage and see all equivalent values. Set your base font size for accurate rem/em calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between em and rem?

Em is relative to parent element's font size. Rem is relative to root (html) font size. Rem is more predictable.

Why use relative units instead of px?

Relative units respect user's browser font size settings, improving accessibility. Px is fixed regardless of settings.

What base size should I use?

Most browsers default to 16px. This is the standard base for rem calculations.