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Base64 Encode & Decode

Industrial-grade Base64 converter with URL-safe variants, binary file support, and real-time Unicode handling.

Expansion: +40%
Input:43 B
Output:60 B
Processed locally

Workbench Settings

Wrap in data: scheme

Binary Input

Encode File

Drop any file to convert

Pro-tip: URL-safe mode replaces + and / with - and _ respectively.

Transformation Pane
Raw Content41 chars
Base64 Result
RGV2VG9vbGtpdDogSGlnaC1QZXJmb3JtYW5jZSBVdGlsaXRpZXMg8J+agA==
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How to Use

Encoding and decoding data is instant and secure with our professional workbench:

  1. Input Data: Type your text into the Raw Input box, or drop a file into the Binary Input area.
  2. Choose Mode: Select Encode to generate Base64 or Decode to recover original text.
  3. Select Variant: Use Standard for general use or URL Safe for filenames and web tokens.
  4. Optional Data URI: Toggle Data URI Scheme to wrap your Base64 in a browser-ready prefix.
  5. Export: Use the copy icon or download button to save your transformed data.

About This Tool

Professional Data Transformation

Base64 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme that represents binary data in an ASCII string format. Our utility is designed for high-stakes engineering tasks, correctly handling UTF-8 byte streams to ensure that complex international characters and emojis are never corrupted during the transformation cycle.

Why Use This Tool

Why use our tool?

Security and fidelity. Many online converters fail on multi-byte characters or transmit your data to a server. Our Base64 workbench runs 100% client-side, meaning your sensitive configuration secrets, proprietary assets, and binary data never leave your local machine memory.

FAQ

What is Base64 encoding?
Base64 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme that represents binary data in an ASCII string format using 64 characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, +, /).
Is my data sent to a server?
No. All encoding and decoding happens in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.
What is URL-safe Base64?
URL-safe Base64 replaces + with - and / with _, making the encoded string safe for use in URLs and filenames without percent-encoding.