Liters to Gallons Converter
Conversion Information
1 liter is equal to 0.264172 gallons.
1 gallon is equal to 3.78541 liters.
The US gallon is used in the United States and is different from the imperial gallon used in some other countries.
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How to Use the Liters to Gallons Converter
1. Enter Your Value
- Type a number in the input field (e.g.,
5
).
2. Select Units
- Choose your input unit (Liters or Gallons) from the dropdown menu.
- Choose your output unit (Gallons or Liters).
- Example:
- Convert Liters → Gallons: Select “Liters” (input) and “Gallons” (output).
- Convert Gallons → Liters: Select “Gallons” (input) and “Liters” (output).
3. Convert!
- Click the “Convert” button or press Enter.
- The result will appear instantly in the output field.
- Example:
- Input:
5
Liters → Output:1.3209
Gallons.
- Input:
4. Swap Units (Optional)
- Click the ↔️ swap button to reverse the units (e.g., switch input/output).
5. View the Chart
- A bar chart updates automatically to visualize the conversion.
6. Change Language (Optional)
- Use the language dropdown (top-right) to switch between English, Urdu, Spanish, etc.
Pro Tips
🔹 Keyboard Shortcut: Press Enter after typing to convert instantly.
🔹 Mobile-Friendly: Works smoothly on phones and tablets.
🔹 No Ads or Sign-Up: Completely free with no restrictions.
Need help? Try these examples:
- 10 Liters = 2.6417 Gallons
- 3 Gallons = 11.3562 Liters

Frequently Asked Questions
1. How accurate is this liters to gallons converter?
Our tool uses precise conversion factors (1 liter = 0.264172 gallons) for scientific and industrial-grade accuracy. Results are displayed to 4 decimal places.
2. Does this tool convert US gallons or imperial gallons?
This converter uses US gallons (1 US gallon = 3.78541 liters). For imperial gallons (used in the UK/Canada), multiply liters by 0.219969 instead.
3. Can I use this converter on my phone?
Yes! The tool is fully mobile-responsive and works on all devices (iOS, Android, tablets) without downloading an app.
4. Why does the chart show different values after conversion?
The interactive bar chart visualizes your input (e.g., 5 liters) alongside the converted result (e.g., 1.3209 gallons) for easy comparison.
5. Is there a limit to how many conversions I can do?
No limits! Use it as often as you need, no registration, paywalls, or hidden fees.
6. How do I switch between liters and gallons input?
Click the ↔️ swap button (or reverse the dropdown selections) to convert gallons to liters instantly.
7. What languages are supported?
We support 7 languages, including English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Urdu. Use the dropdown menu to switch.
8. Can I embed this converter on my website?
Currently, this is a standalone tool, but contact us for embedding options or API access.
9. Why does 1 gallon equal 3.78541 liters?
This is the US liquid gallon standard defined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
10. Is my data stored when I use this tool?
No, conversions happen in your browser with no server-side data collection (100% private).