Shapefile Converter — Convert SHP Files Online Free
Shapefile is ESRI's legacy vector format consisting of multiple companion files (.shp, .dbf, .shx, .prj). Maparz converts Shapefiles to any modern GIS format using GDAL — upload a ZIP bundle and download your output in seconds. No QGIS or ArcGIS installation required.
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About Shapefile format
Shapefile (SHP) is the de-facto standard vector format developed by Esri. A shapefile is actually a collection of at least three files: .shp (geometry), .dbf (attributes), and .shx (index). Despite its age, it remains the most widely-supported format across GIS desktop software including ArcGIS and QGIS. Shapefiles support points, lines, and polygons but are limited to 2 GB in size and 10-character field names. When sharing shapefiles, always bundle them into a .zip archive.
Strengths
- +Universal compatibility with all GIS software
- +Stable, well-documented format
- +Supported natively by QGIS, ArcGIS, GRASS
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Frequently asked questions
Q.What files do I need to upload for a Shapefile?
Bundle at minimum .shp, .dbf, and .shx into a ZIP and upload the ZIP. Maparz extracts and converts automatically. The .prj file is recommended to preserve the coordinate reference system.
Q.Will attribute data be preserved when converting a Shapefile?
Yes. All attribute columns from the .dbf file are preserved in the output — GeoJSON, GeoPackage, KML, and GML retain attributes. CSV exports include X and Y coordinate columns.
Q.Can I convert a Shapefile without QGIS or ArcGIS?
Yes. Maparz runs GDAL server-side — there is nothing to install. Upload your Shapefile ZIP, choose an output format, and download the result.