What is in the downloaded ZIP?

A shapefile set (.shp, .shx, .dbf, .prj and .cpg) ready for QGIS or ArcGIS. A shapefile holds only one geometry type, so a KML with mixed points, lines and polygons produces separate output_points, output_lines and output_polygons shapefiles in the same ZIP.

Are KML attributes and folders kept?

Placemark name, description and ExtendedData fields become attribute columns, and placemarks inside folders are included. Multi-geometries and polygon holes are kept. Styles (colors, icons) are not part of the shapefile format and are dropped. Field names are uppercased and shortened to 10 characters, as the DBF format requires.

Can I convert a KMZ file?

Convert it to KML first with the KMZ to KML converter, then convert the KML to a shapefile.

How do I convert KML to Shapefile ZIP?

Upload your KML file above, click Convert, and download the Shapefile ZIP result instantly. No account or software needed.

Is converting KML to Shapefile ZIP free?

Yes. It is free and unlimited for files up to 5 MB, with no account required. Larger files get 3 free conversions per day; beyond that, credit packs start at $1 and credits never expire.

Are my files stored or shared?

No. Files are processed in server memory and deleted immediately after conversion. Nothing is written to disk or retained.

Do I need to install anything?

No software installation needed. OmniConvert runs in the browser — just upload, convert, and download.

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About this conversion

Convert a Google Earth KML file to a Shapefile ZIP for QGIS and ArcGIS. This converter processes your KML file server-side and returns a Shapefile ZIP file instantly — no account, no software installation, and no file storage. Files are deleted from our servers immediately after conversion.

Learn more: Shapefile file format explained, KML / KMZ file format explained

How to convert KML to Shapefile ZIP

1. Upload — drag your KML file onto the converter above, or click to browse.
2. Convert — press Convert. Processing happens on secure servers in seconds.
3. Download — your Shapefile ZIP file downloads automatically. No sign-up required.

Convert KML to Shapefile ZIP from the command line

curl --fail-with-body \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_TOKEN" \
  -F "file=@input.kml" \
  -F "conversionId=kml-to-shapefile" \
  https://www.omniconvert.cloud/api/convert -o output.zip

The API needs a token from a credit pack, and each API conversion uses one credit. Converting on this page stays free. API documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is in the downloaded ZIP?: A shapefile set (.shp, .shx, .dbf, .prj and .cpg) ready for QGIS or ArcGIS. A shapefile holds only one geometry type, so a KML with mixed points, lines and polygons produces separate output_points, output_lines and output_polygons shapefiles in the same ZIP.
Are KML attributes and folders kept?: Placemark name, description and ExtendedData fields become attribute columns, and placemarks inside folders are included. Multi-geometries and polygon holes are kept. Styles (colors, icons) are not part of the shapefile format and are dropped. Field names are uppercased and shortened to 10 characters, as the DBF format requires.
Can I convert a KMZ file?: Convert it to KML first with the KMZ to KML converter, then convert the KML to a shapefile.
How do I convert KML to Shapefile ZIP?: Upload your KML file above, click Convert, and download the Shapefile ZIP result instantly. No account or software needed.
Is converting KML to Shapefile ZIP free?: Yes. It is free and unlimited for files up to 5 MB, with no account required. Larger files get 3 free conversions per day; beyond that, credit packs start at $1 and credits never expire.
Are my files stored or shared?: No. Files are processed in server memory and deleted immediately after conversion. Nothing is written to disk or retained.
Do I need to install anything?: No software installation needed. OmniConvert runs in the browser — just upload, convert, and download.

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