Base64 Encoder / Decoder
Easily encode text to Base64 format or decode Base64 back to plain text.
Developer Tool
How to Use Base64 Tool?
- Enter Data: Paste your text string or Base64 code into the input area.
- Choose Action:
- Encode: Converts plain text into a Base64 string.
- Decode: Converts a Base64 string back into readable text.
- Get Result: The converted data will appear in the output box instantly.
- Copy: Click the copy icon to save the result to your clipboard.
Did You Know?
Base64 is commonly used to embed small images (like icons) directly into HTML or CSS files to reduce the number of HTTP requests a website makes.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Base64 is an encoding scheme, not encryption. It obfuscates data but basically anyone can decode it instantly. Do not use it for passwords or sensitive secrets.
The "=" sign is used as padding. Base64 encodes data in 4-character blocks; if the data doesn't fit perfectly, "=" is added to the end to complete the block.
Yes! Our tool correctly handles special characters, emojis, and non-Latin scripts by ensuring proper UTF-8 encoding before conversion.