Input Text
Encoded Base64
🔧 How It Works
Simple, fast, and powerful Base64 encoding in just a few steps
Paste Your Text
Enter or paste your text that needs Base64 encoding into the input box
Click Base64 Encode
Hit the 'Base64 Encode' button and watch the magic happen instantly
Get Encoded Data
Copy your Base64-encoded text or download it as a file - ready to use!
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Base64 encoding
What is Base64 encoding used for?
Base64 encoding is used to convert binary data or text into ASCII characters for safe transmission over text-based protocols like email, HTTP, and data URLs. It's commonly used for embedding images, files, and data in web applications.
Will the encoded text be longer than the original?
Yes, Base64 encoding increases the size by approximately 33%. Every 3 bytes of original data becomes 4 characters in Base64 format.
Is Base64 encoding secure or encrypted?
No, Base64 is not encryption or security. It's simply an encoding method to represent data in ASCII format. Anyone can easily decode Base64 text back to its original form.
Can I encode special characters and emojis?
Yes, this tool handles all Unicode characters including special symbols, emojis, and international characters by converting them to UTF-8 before Base64 encoding.
What's the difference between Base64 and URL encoding?
Base64 converts all data into a specific character set (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, +, /), while URL encoding only encodes special characters that aren't safe in URLs. They serve different purposes.
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