Tool Details

Base64 Encoder / Decoder

LiveDeveloper Utilities

Base64 Encoder / Decoder is a free, privacy-first browser tool for developers. Encode any text to Base64, decode Base64 strings back to plain text, or drag-and-drop an image to get its Base64 data URI ready for embedding in HTML, CSS, or JSON. Supports UTF-8 text and all common image formats (PNG, JPG, GIF, SVG, WebP). Everything runs client-side — no data ever leaves your device.

Output Summary

Export and sharing workflow optimized for web content formats.

Key Features

Encode text to Base64 instantly
Decode Base64 back to plain text
Image to Base64 conversion via drag-and-drop or file picker
Live image preview with data URI output
Supports PNG, JPG, GIF, SVG, and WebP images
Full UTF-8 text encoding support
One-click copy output to clipboard
File size display for images
100% client-side — no data sent to any server
Dark mode and light mode with responsive layout

FAQs

What does Base64 Encoder / Decoder do?

It converts plain text into Base64-encoded strings and decodes Base64 strings back into readable text. It also converts images into Base64 data URIs that you can embed directly in HTML, CSS, or JSON.

Is my data safe when using this tool?

Yes. All encoding and decoding happens 100% in your browser. No text, images, or Base64 data is ever sent to a server or stored anywhere.

What image formats are supported?

The tool supports PNG, JPG/JPEG, GIF, SVG, and WebP image formats. You can drag-and-drop or use the file picker to select an image.

What is a Base64 data URI?

A data URI is a string format that embeds file data directly in code. For example, 'data:image/png;base64,...' lets you embed an image in HTML or CSS without needing a separate file. This tool generates these URIs automatically.

Does it handle special characters and Unicode?

Yes. The tool fully supports UTF-8 encoding, so it correctly handles special characters, emojis, and text in any language.