Base64 Encoder & Decoder
Need to convert a text value into Base64 for a configuration or decode a Base64 string you received? Paste the text, choose encode or decode, and copy the result directly from your browser.
What Is Base64?
Base64 is an encoding method that represents binary or text data using a set of printable ASCII characters.
It is commonly used when data needs to be represented as text for transport or storage in systems that work with textual data.
Base64 is an encoding format, not an encryption method. It should not be used to protect passwords or confidential information.
How to Encode Text to Base64
- Enter or paste your text into the Input box.
- Click Encode to Base64.
- The encoded value will appear in the Result box.
- Click Copy Result if you want to copy the encoded value.
How to Decode Base64
- Paste a Base64 encoded string into the Input box.
- Click Decode Base64.
- If the input is valid Base64, the decoded text will appear in the Result box.
- Invalid Base64 input will display an error instead of producing an incorrect result.
Base64 Example
The word ToolStrive can be represented in Base64 as:
ToolStrive
Base64:
UXVpY2tUb29scw==
Common Uses of Base64
- Representing text or binary data in a text-safe format.
- Working with APIs and development data.
- Inspecting encoded application values.
- Working with data URIs.
- Testing software and web applications.
- Converting UTF-8 text to a Base64 representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Base64 encryption?
No. Base64 is an encoding method, not encryption. Anyone with a Base64 decoder can convert encoded text back to its original form.
Can this tool handle Unicode text?
Yes. The encoder and decoder use browser text-encoding features so normal UTF-8 text, including many non-ASCII characters, can be processed correctly.
Why does some decoded Base64 look unreadable?
The original Base64 may represent binary data rather than UTF-8 text. A text decoder cannot display arbitrary binary files as normal readable text.