HTML Encoder & Decoder Tool | Encode/Decode HTML Entities

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Input Text

Enter text to encode or HTML to decode:

Encoding Method:

HTML Entities

Hexadecimal

Decimal

URL Encoding

Text Statistics

Input Characters

Output Characters

Size Difference

Encoded Characters

Output Result

Encoded or Decoded Result:

Live Preview

Preview of decoded HTML (safe rendering):

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How to Use the HTML Encoder/Decoder Tool

What is HTML Encoding?

HTML encoding converts special characters into HTML entities, ensuring they display correctly in web browsers. For example, the less-than symbol (<) becomes < and the ampersand (&) becomes &.

Step-by-Step Guide:

Enter Text: Type or paste your HTML code or plain text into the Input Text area.
Choose Encoding Method: Select your preferred encoding method (HTML Entities, Hexadecimal, Decimal, or URL Encoding).
Encode or Decode: Click "Encode HTML" to convert special characters to entities, or "Decode HTML" to convert entities back to characters.
View Results: The converted text appears instantly in the Output Result area.
Copy or Download: Use the action buttons to copy results to clipboard or download as a text file.
Check Preview: View a safe rendering of decoded HTML in the Live Preview section.

Common Use Cases:

Web Development: Safely embed user-generated content in web pages
Security: Prevent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks by encoding output
Data Transmission: Encode data for URL parameters or AJAX requests
Content Management: Convert special characters in blog posts or articles
Email Templates: Ensure proper rendering of HTML emails across clients

Encoding Methods Explained:

Method	Example Input	Example Output	Best For
HTML Entities	`<div>`	`<div>`	General HTML encoding
Hexadecimal	`<div>`	`<div>`	Compact encoding
Decimal	`<div>`	`<div>`	Numeric representation
URL Encoding	`Hello & World`	`Hello%20%26%20World`	URL parameters

Pro Tip

Always encode user-generated content before displaying it on your website to prevent XSS attacks. Use the "Check XSS" button to analyze potential security risks in your HTML.