Base64 Encode / Decode — free online tool
Encode UTF-8 text for Basic auth headers or decode Base64 payloads from webhooks—handles Unicode safely in the browser.
Useful when you want a quick answer without pasting sensitive data into random chat bots.
How to use Base64 Encode / Decode
- Paste UTF-8 text into Base64 Encode / Decode.
- Choose encode to get Base64, or decode if you already have a payload.
- Run and copy the output—watch for padding characters at the end when decoding.
- Avoid encoding huge binaries here; use file tools for large assets.
Practical tips
- Base64 is encoding, not encryption—anyone can decode it, so never hide secrets this way.
- Expect output ~33% larger than the input; it is for transport, not compression.
- This handles UTF-8 safely, so non-Latin text round-trips without corruption.
Limitations
Base64 Encode / Decode runs on text in your tab only—there is no cloud save, version history, or collaboration. Copy results before closing the page.
Privacy & data
We do not run a database on this static site. Text and generated output exist only in your tab until you close or refresh the page.
Frequently asked questions about Base64 Encode / Decode
Is the Base64 Encode / Decode free on Webtoolshop?
Yes. There is no sign-in and no paywall on this page. We may show advertising on some layouts to cover hosting.
Can I use the Base64 Encode / Decode on a phone?
Yes for light tasks. Very long pasted text, huge images, or multi-megabyte PDFs are easier on a laptop with more memory.
Why did the Base64 Encode / Decode fail or look wrong?
Try a smaller file, fewer pasted characters, or an updated browser. Extensions that block scripts or downloads sometimes interfere—test in a private window if results never appear.
Does Webtoolshop store text I paste into the Base64 Encode / Decode?
We do not run a database on this static site. Text and generated output exist only in your tab until you close or refresh the page.
Base64 Encode / Decode
UTF-8 safe — good for Unicode text, not only ASCII.