Currency Converter
Convert between currencies using exchange rates fetched fresh from a public rates API.
Where the rates come from
Rates are fetched live from a public exchange-rate API when you load this page, and update once per session. They're mid-market rates, useful as a reference — banks and payment providers apply their own margin on top for actual transactions.
About the Currency Converter
The Currency Converter converts an amount between world currencies using exchange rates fetched online. It is useful for travel budgeting, comparing prices on international shops, freelance invoicing and remittances.
Exchange rates change constantly and different providers add different margins. The rates here are mid-market style reference rates from a public data source, which is the figure you see on financial sites, not necessarily what a bank, card network or money-transfer service will give you. Fees and spreads can make the real cost several percent higher, so use the result for comparison and planning.
How to use it
- Enter the amount.
- Choose the currency to convert from and the currency to convert to.
- Use Swap to reverse the direction.
- Read the result and check when the rate was last updated.
Tips and good to know
- Compare the converter result with your provider's offered rate to see the true cost of the exchange.
- Rates for less-traded currencies may be less frequently updated.
- For large transfers, request a quote from your bank or a licensed provider.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my bank's rate different?
Banks add a margin and fees to the market rate.
How often do rates update?
Rates refresh when the page loads and periodically; the source note describes the schedule.
Can I rely on it for accounting?
Use official rates from your accountant or central bank for formal records.