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Base64 Encoder/Decoder

Convert text to Base64 or decode Base64 to text. Useful for encoding binary data for transmission over text-based protocols.

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About Base64

Base64 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme that represents binary data in an ASCII string format. It's commonly used when binary data needs to be transmitted over text-based protocols.

Common uses:

  • •Embedding images directly in HTML/CSS as data URIs
  • •Encoding binary data in JSON payloads
  • •Encoding authentication credentials in Basic Authentication
  • •Encoding binary data in email attachments (MIME)

What This Tool Does

Convert text to Base64 or decode Base64 to text. Useful for encoding binary data for transmission over text-based protocols.

Benefits

  • Private:

    All processing happens in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.

  • Instant:

    Results update in real-time as you type or paste text.

  • Free:

    No limits, no accounts, no subscriptions.

Use Cases

  • Encoding binary data in JSON
  • Working with authentication tokens
  • Embedding images in HTML/CSS
  • Debugging API responses