Base64 Converter

Encode and decode strings seamlessly.

Raw Text Input
Base64 Output
UTF-8 Safe EncodingUnlike standard btoa() and atob() functions, this converter natively processes strings via the TextEncoder API. This ensures that special characters, international alphabets, and emojis are securely and correctly converted.

What is a Base64 Converter?

Base64 encoding translates binary or textual data into a safe ASCII string format. This is incredibly useful for transmitting data over media that are designed to deal exclusively with textual data (like JSON payloads or URLs). Our converter works entirely in your browser using secure APIs, ensuring your sensitive data is never sent to a server.

How to use

  • 1Enter your raw text or Base64 encoded string into the primary input pane.
  • 2Toggle between Encode or Decode mode using the switch button.
  • 3View the instant, real-time conversion result directly in the output pane.
  • 4Click the copy icon to copy the formatted string to your clipboard for your application.

Base64 Encoder and Decoder guide

Use this Base64 encoder and decoder to safely convert UTF-8 text to Base64 or inspect a Base64 value. The conversion runs locally in your browser, including support for international characters and emoji.

When to use it

  • Inspect a Base64 value from a JSON payload or data URI.
  • Encode a small text value for a test fixture or transport format.
  • Verify that Unicode text round-trips correctly through Base64 encoding.

Encode a UTF-8 string

Input

Hello, world!

Result

SGVsbG8sIHdvcmxkIQ==

Common questions

Is Base64 encryption?
No. It only changes the representation of data and provides no confidentiality.
Can Base64 contain Unicode text?
Yes. This tool encodes text as UTF-8 before converting it to Base64.

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