Is encoding the same as encryption?
No. Encoding changes a representation for transport or compatibility. It does not normally provide confidentiality.
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Developer tool collection
Encoding and Decoding Tools
Encode and decode Base64, URLs, HTML entities and query parameters.
Encoding
Base64 Encoder & Decoder
Encode text to Base64 or decode Base64 values instantly.
Open toolEncoding
URL Encoder & Decoder
Encode text for URLs or decode percent-encoded values instantly.
Open toolEncoding
HTML Encoder & Decoder
Encode special characters as HTML entities or decode them back to text.
Open toolEncoding
URL & Query String Parser
Parse URLs, inspect their components and edit query parameters.
Open toolGenerators
QR Code Generator
Generate downloadable QR codes for text, URLs, email and Wi-Fi.
Open toolAbout this collection
Encoding tools help transform text and structured values between representations used by browsers, APIs and web applications. This collection covers common URL, Base64 and HTML workflows without requiring additional software.
What you can do
- Encode and decode Base64 text.
- Percent-encode and decode URL values.
- Escape and unescape HTML entities.
- Parse and rebuild query strings.
- Generate QR codes from text and URLs.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use URL encoding?
Use percent encoding when values contain characters that are not safe or have special meaning inside a URL component.
Does Base64 protect sensitive data?
No. Base64 is reversible and should never be treated as encryption.