| # Convert weights to safetensors | |
| PyTorch model weights are commonly saved and stored as `.bin` files with Python's [`pickle`](https://docs.python.org/3/library/pickle.html) utility. To save and store your model weights in the more secure `safetensor` format, we recommend converting your weights to `.safetensors`. | |
| The easiest way to convert your model weights is to use the [Convert Space](https://huggingface.co/spaces/diffusers/convert), given your model weights are already stored on the Hub. The Convert Space downloads the pickled weights, converts them, and opens a Pull Request to upload the newly converted `.safetensors` file to your repository. | |
| <Tip warning={true}> | |
| For larger models, the Space may be a bit slower because its resources are tied up in converting other models. You can also try running the [convert.py](https://github.com/huggingface/safetensors/blob/main/bindings/python/convert.py) script (this is what the Space is running) locally to convert your weights. | |
| Feel free to ping [@Narsil](https://huggingface.co/Narsil) for any issues with the Space. | |
| </Tip> | |