Base64 Encode / Decode

Turn text into Base64 code, or back again.

Private: this works on your device. Nothing is uploaded.

How to use it

  1. Choose “Encode” or “Decode”.
  2. Type or paste in the top box.
  3. Copy the answer from the bottom box.

About Base64 Encode / Decode

Base64 turns any text or data into plain letters and numbers, so it can travel safely inside URLs, emails and JSON. Type in the top box and the result appears in the bottom box.

Works with every language

Text is converted with UTF-8, so Arabic, Chinese, accented letters and emoji all encode and decode correctly.

Questions people ask

Is Base64 encryption?

No. Anyone can decode Base64. Never use it to hide passwords.

What is URL-safe Base64?

A version that uses - and _ instead of + and /. Tick “URL-safe” to use it.

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