BigTool

Base64 Encoder & Decoder

Encode text or any file to Base64, or decode Base64 back to readable text or a downloadable file. Full UTF-8 support, with an optional URL-safe variant.

Frequently asked questions

What is Base64 used for?

Base64 represents binary data using only printable characters. It's used to embed images in HTML/CSS as data URLs, send attachments in email, and pass binary data through JSON or URLs.

Is Base64 encryption?

No. Base64 is an encoding, not encryption. Anyone can decode it, so never use it to protect passwords or sensitive data.

What is URL-safe Base64?

URL-safe Base64 replaces "+" with "-" and "/" with "_" and usually drops the "=" padding, so the result can be used safely in URLs and filenames.