About This Tool
The Base64 Encoder converts plain text into Base64 format, a common encoding used for transmitting binary-safe data in emails, URLs and APIs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Base64 encoding used for?
Base64 encoding converts binary or text data into an ASCII string format, commonly used in email attachments, data URLs, and API authentication tokens.
Is Base64 encoding the same as encryption?
No, Base64 is an encoding scheme, not encryption. It is easily reversible and provides no security or confidentiality.
Can I encode special characters and emojis?
Yes, this tool properly handles Unicode characters during encoding.