🔐 Encoding & Decoding

Base64 Encoder &
Decoder

Convert text to Base64 or decode Base64 strings instantly. Fast, secure, and privacy-first.

✨ Instant Conversion
📁 File Upload Support
🔒 Client-Side Only

What is Base64?

Base64 is an encoding scheme that converts binary data into ASCII text. It's commonly used for encoding data in emails, embedding images in HTML/CSS, and transmitting data over text-based protocols.

What is Base64 Encoding?

Base64 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme that represents binary data in an ASCII string format. It's commonly used for encoding data in emails, embedding images in HTML/CSS, and transmitting data over text-based protocols like JSON and XML.

Common Use Cases

  • Email Attachments: Encoding binary files for email transmission
  • Data URLs: Embedding images directly in HTML/CSS
  • API Authentication: Encoding credentials for Basic Auth
  • Data Storage: Storing binary data in text-based databases
  • URL Parameters: Safely encoding data in URLs

Why Use Our Base64 Tool?

🔒 Privacy First

All encoding and decoding happens in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.

⚡ Lightning Fast

Instant conversion with no server delays. Process large texts in milliseconds.

📁 File Support

Upload files directly to encode them to Base64. Perfect for images and documents.

✨ Easy to Use

Simple interface with one-click copy. Switch between encode and decode modes instantly.

How It Works

Base64 encoding works by dividing binary data into chunks of 6 bits and representing each chunk with one of 64 ASCII characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, +, /). The padding character (=) is used when the input length isn't divisible by 3.

Our tool handles UTF-8 encoding automatically, ensuring that special characters and international text are encoded correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Base64 encryption?

No. Base64 is an encoding scheme, not encryption. It's designed for data representation, not security. Anyone can decode Base64 strings.

Why does Base64 increase file size?

Base64 increases data size by approximately 33% because it uses 4 ASCII characters to represent 3 bytes of binary data.

Can I encode files?

Yes! Click the "Upload File to Encode" button to convert any file to Base64. This is useful for embedding images in CSS or creating data URLs.