What is Base64?
Base64 is an encoding scheme that converts binary data into ASCII text format. It's commonly used for:
Embedding images in HTML/CSSEncoding email attachmentsStoring binary data in JSONURL-safe data transmissionHow to Use the Base64 Encoder
Step 1: Enter Text or Upload File
Go to the
Base64 Encoder and:
Paste text to encodeOr upload a file (images, documents)Step 2: Choose Direction
Encode: Convert text/file to Base64 stringDecode: Convert Base64 back to original contentStep 3: Copy Result
Copy the encoded/decoded output with one click.
Common Use Cases
Embed Images: Use Base64 in CSS background-imageData URLs: Include small images directly in HTMLAPI Requests: Send binary data in JSON payloadsEmail: Encode attachments for MIME formatRelated Tools
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