Detect File type API

Inspect a binary file's magic bytes to return filename, extension, MIME type, and description. Useful for validating uploads and classifying files reliably.

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aid: apyhub:dosvak-detect-file-type
name: Detect File type API
description: Inspect a binary file's magic bytes to return filename, extension, MIME type, and description.
  Useful for validating uploads and classifying files reliably.
humanURL: https://apyhub.com/dosvak/service/detect-file-type
tags:
- Data Validation
- Developer Tools
- File Security
properties:
- type: Documentation
  url: https://apyhub.com/dosvak/service/detect-file-type
x-listed-provider: Dosvak LLC
x-contract-status: no-published-path