Base64 Encoder
Developer ToolsEncode and decode Base64 text safely in your browser.
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What is Base64 Encoder?
Base64 Encoder encodes and decodes text to and from Base64, including support for UTF-8 characters.
How to use Base64 Encoder
- 1 Paste the text or Base64 string.
- 2 Choose Encode or Decode.
- 3 Copy the result.
Supported formats and limits
- Input: text
- Output: Base64 (or decoded text)
- Runs in your browser
Common uses
- Encode a string for use in an API or header.
- Decode a Base64 value you received.
- Inspect encoded payloads while debugging.
Things to know
- Base64 is encoding, not encryption — it does not protect data.
- It is intended for text, not large binary files.
Privacy and file handling
Encoding and decoding are performed locally in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
Is Base64 encryption?
No. Base64 is an encoding, not encryption, and provides no security.
What is Base64 encoding used for?
It represents binary or text data as safe ASCII characters, commonly for embedding in JSON, URLs or email.
Is Base64 encryption?
No. Base64 is reversible encoding, not encryption, so it does not keep data secret.
Can I decode Base64 as well as encode it?
Yes. The tool converts text both ways.
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