Convert KML to GeoPackage Online — Free & Instant
GeoPackage is the ideal format for storing KML data in a compact, analysis-ready format supported by desktop GIS tools. Converting KML to GPKG is particularly useful when you need to work with large KML datasets in QGIS or ArcGIS Pro and benefit from spatial indexing and SQL query support.
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When to convert KML to GeoPackage
- Converting large Google Earth KML files to a QGIS-ready format
- Storing field-collected KML data in a compact single-file format
- Enabling SQL queries on KML geometry via GeoPackage's SQLite base
How to convert KML to GeoPackage
- 1
Upload KML
Drop a .kml or .kmz file on the upload zone.
- 2
Select GeoPackage
Click GeoPackage in the format selector.
- 3
Download .gpkg
Open in QGIS or ArcGIS Pro.
About KML format
Keyhole Markup Language (KML) is an XML-based format developed for Google Earth and now maintained by the OGC. It is widely used in Google Maps, Google Earth, and many consumer-facing mapping applications. KML supports styled geometry, network links, folders, and time-based animations. It always uses geographic coordinates (WGS 84) and is stored as plain XML text. KMZ is simply a ZIP-compressed KML file, which can also include embedded images and other resources.
Strengths
- +Native in Google Earth and Google Maps
- +Supports rich styling and labels
- +Human-readable XML
About GeoPackage format
GeoPackage (GPKG) is a modern, open standard format defined by the OGC that stores geospatial data in a single SQLite database file. It supports both vector and raster data, multiple layers per file, field name lengths up to 64 characters, and virtually any coordinate reference system. GeoPackage is endorsed by the OGC as the preferred replacement for Shapefile. It is supported by QGIS, ArcGIS Pro, GDAL, and PostGIS. Its SQLite base makes it portable and queryable without a server.
Strengths
- +Single file containing multiple layers
- +No field name length limit
- +Supports vector and raster in one file
- +SQLite-based — portable and queryable
Frequently asked questions
Can I open the GPKG in QGIS?
Yes. QGIS supports GeoPackage natively with full read/write access.
Does GeoPackage preserve KML attributes?
Yes. All KML placemark properties are stored as attribute columns in the GeoPackage table.