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multipart/byteranges

Response format for HTTP range requests returning multiple ranges.

What is multipart/byteranges?

multipart/byteranges is the response Content-Type when a server returns multiple byte ranges in a single 206 Partial Content response.

Typical usage

Video seeking, resumable downloads, PDF page-by-page loading.

HTTP header example

Response header

Content-Type: multipart/byteranges

Reference

RFC 7233

Frequently asked questions

What is the multipart/byteranges MIME type?

multipart/byteranges is the response Content-Type when a server returns multiple byte ranges in a single 206 Partial Content response.

What file extension does multipart/byteranges use?

multipart/byteranges has no single canonical file extension — it is used as a transfer / content type rather than being tied to a specific file name suffix.

How do I set the Content-Type for multipart/byteranges?

Send the HTTP response header Content-Type: multipart/byteranges. Video seeking, resumable downloads, PDF page-by-page loading.

Is multipart/byteranges an official MIME type?

Yes. multipart/byteranges is officially registered with IANA (RFC 7233), so standards-conformant clients recognize it.

Related MIME types

multipart/form-data

Multipart form