Base64
Encode text to Base64 or decode Base64 to plain text.
Enter text below and choose encode/decode to/from base64.
What is the Base64 Encode/Decode Tool?
The Base64 Encode/Decode Tool allows you to convert plain text to Base64 encoding or decode Base64 strings back to plain text. Base64 is a commonly used encoding format for transferring or storing data in a text-based format.
Features
- Base64 Encoding: Convert plain text into Base64 format.
- Base64 Decoding: Convert Base64 encoded text back into its original plain text format.
- Error Handling: Provides user-friendly alerts if invalid Base64 strings are entered.
- Copy to Clipboard: Quickly copy the output for further use.
Use Cases
- Developers: Encode sensitive data or decode Base64 strings during debugging.
- Data Transfer: Safely encode text for transmission in APIs or over networks.
- File Encoding: Encode small files or data as Base64 strings for embedding in web pages.
- General Users: Decode Base64 strings received in emails or online forms.
How to Use
- Enter your text in the Input field.
- Select one of the following options:
- Encode: Convert plain text into Base64 format.
- Decode: Convert Base64 encoded text back into plain text.
- View the result in the Output field.
- Use the Copy Output to Clipboard button to copy the result.
Example Usage
Input:
Plain Text:
Base64 Text:
Encoding:
- Input:
Hello, World! - Output:
SGVsbG8sIFdvcmxkIQ==
Decoding:
- Input:
SGVsbG8sIFdvcmxkIQ== - Output:
Hello, World!
Error Handling
- Invalid Base64 String: If the input string is not a valid Base64 format during decoding, the tool will return
Invalid Base64 string.and alert the user.
Why Use This Tool?
The Base64 Encode/Decode Tool simplifies the process of working with Base64 encoding, making it accessible to both technical and non-technical users. It ensures data integrity and usability with intuitive controls and real-time conversion.