Base64 Encoder & Decoder Online (Free Tool)

Encode text to Base64 or decode any Base64 string instantly. Works entirely in your browser—supports Unicode, emojis and special characters with 100% privacy.

Encode  •  Decode  •  Supports Unicode & emojis  •  100% client‑side  •  No upload  •  Private

Try "Hello World" JSON Example
✓ read-only, click copy below
(Replace +/ with -_ , omit padding)
💡 Supports UTF-8 (unicode, emojis, special characters) — Perfect for API tokens, JSON and secure text encoding.

Free Base64 Encoder & Decoder Online Tool (UTF‑8 & URL‑safe)

Use our free Base64 encoder and decoder to instantly convert text to Base64 or decode Base64 strings back to readable text. It works entirely in your browser — no data is uploaded, ensuring full privacy. Ideal for developers, API testing, JSON encoding and secure data transmission.

How to Encode or Decode Base64

1. Enter your text in the input box (plain text to encode or Base64 string to decode).
2. Click "Encode to Base64" or "Decode from Base64".
3. Optionally enable URL‑safe mode for web‑friendly Base64.
4. Copy the result with one click.
5. Use Swap to quickly reverse input/output.

Features of This Base64 Tool

  • ️ Full UTF‑8 support (emojis, non‑Latin characters, JSON)
  • ️ URL‑safe Base64 (RFC 4648) – replaces +/ with -_ , removes padding
  • ️ Instant encode/decode – no server roundtrips
  • ️ 100% client‑side & secure – your data never leaves your device
  • ️ Copy output, swap fields, clear all – smooth UX
  • ️ Works on desktop and mobile, no installation required

Why Use This Base64 Encoder/Decoder?

Base64 is essential for embedding images in HTML/CSS, transmitting binary data in JSON APIs, email attachments and storing tokens. Our tool handles all edge cases, including Unicode characters and provides a clean interface with helpful examples.

Why Choose Our Base64 Encoder?

FeatureOur ToolTypical Online Tools
Data Privacy100% Client-sideData uploaded to server
SpeedInstant processingSlower response
UTF-8 SupportFull support (emoji, unicode)Limited support
URL-safe Mode✔️ Built-inOften missing
CostFree, no limitsMay have limits

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Base64 encoding?
Base64 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme that represents binary data using 64 printable ASCII characters. It is commonly used to encode data in email, URLs, and APIs.
Is my data safe when using this tool?
Yes, completely. All encoding and decoding happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No data is ever sent to any server, ensuring 100% privacy.
What is URL-safe Base64?
URL-safe Base64 (RFC 4648) replaces the + character with - and / with _ and removes = padding, making it safe to use in URLs and file names without percent-encoding.
Does this support emojis and non-English characters?
Yes. The tool uses UTF-8 encoding internally, which means it fully supports emojis, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, Hindi and all other Unicode characters as well as special symbols.
What if my Base64 input contains newlines?
Yes, the tool automatically trims whitespace and handles multi‑line Base64 input. Simply paste the string and click "Decode from Base64".
Is this tool free?
Yes, it is completely free with no limits or hidden charges. No registration required.