How do I convert square meters to square feet?
Multiply square meters by 10.7639. For example, 1 m² ≈ 10.7639 ft².
Area Converter
Convert land, room, and surface area units quickly between metric and imperial systems.
Convert an area value
Enter an area, choose the starting unit, and convert to another unit.
About this converter
How to use Area Converter, plus the formulas and logic behind the results.
Tool description
The Area Converter changes surface and land measurements between square metric units and imperial units such as square feet, acres, and hectares. It is useful for rooms, lots, mapping, and agriculture.
How to use
- Enter the area number.
- Select the unit of that area in From.
- Select the destination unit in To.
- Select Convert to see the result and equivalent values in all listed area units.
Formulas
base m² = input × factor of the source unitoutput = base m² ÷ factor of the target unit1 acre = 4,046.8564224 m², 1 ha = 10,000 m², 1 ft² = 0.09290304 m²
Quick reference
- 1 square meter ≈ 10.7639 square feet
- 1 acre ≈ 4,046.86 square meters
- 1 hectare = 10,000 square meters
- 1 hectare ≈ 2.47105 acres
Calculation logic
Area factors are the squares of the corresponding length factors. The tool stores each unit as a multiplier to square meters, converts to m² first, then divides by the target factor.
Area conversions use exact geometric relationships between length units.
Area Converter FAQ
Common questions about this converter and how to use the results.
How do I convert acres to hectares?
Multiply acres by 0.404686. For example, 1 acre ≈ 0.4047 ha.
How many square meters are in a hectare?
One hectare equals 10,000 square meters.
What is an acre?
An acre is a land-area unit equal to about 4,046.86 square meters.
Can I convert square inches and square yards?
Yes. The converter includes square inches, square feet, square yards, and metric area units.
Is square kilometer useful for city sizes?
Yes. Square kilometers are commonly used for large geographic areas.