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Tool to Convert to Base64. Encode decode text to base64

The Base64 encoding is a method to convert binary data (such as image files, audio, text encryption, etc,) in a string of text characters. This encoding uses a set of 64 characters (uppercase and lowercase letters, digits 0-9, and the symbols + and /) to represent the data, allowing them to be transmitted safely and efficiently in systems that only handle text, such as emails or URLs.

Features of the Base64 encoding

Use of 64 characters: As the name suggests, Base64 uses a table of 64 characters (plus a fill character =), which allows each group of 6 bits to be represented by a single character of the table.
Fixed-length blocks: Base64 processes data in blocks of 3 bytes (24 bits) which are then divided into 4 groups of 6 bits. Each group of 6 bits is converted into a character table Base64. If the number of bytes is not a multiple of 3, are used characters fill = to complete the coding.
Common applications:

Images in HTML and CSS: Allows you to embed the image data in a web page without the need of an HTTP request separate.
Transfer of data in emails: Base64 encoding is useful for sending attachments in emails that only support ASCII text.
Encryption of sensitive data: Although Base64 is not an encryption method, is used to encode binary data or sensitive strings of text into more manageable.

Example of use of conversion to Base64

If you want to encode in Base64, the text ‘Hello’, the process would be:

Convert each letter into its binary representation.
Grouped in blocks of 6 bits and use the table Base64 to find the equivalent characters.
In the case of not completing a multiple of 3 bytes, add = as a padding at the end.

For example, ‘Hello’ in Base64 becomes SG9sYQ==.

Frequently asked questions about Base64 converter

How do I convert a text to Base64 in a simple way?

Base64 encoding allows you to convert any text or file into a string for easy storage or transmission without formatting issues. With our converter online you can encode and decode text in Base64 in a click

What is the difference between convert to Base64 and to decode Base64?

The conversion to Base64 encoding transforms data into encoded text, while the decoding restores the original text from the Base64 format.

How do you assure the privacy of my data by using a converter Base64?

When you use a converter Base64, be sure to choose a secure platform which does not store or share your data, especially if you work with confidential information. Our tool only converts text and does not send any data externally

What is it used for mainly Base64 encoding?

The Base64 encoding is common to send data securely in emails, integrations, API, or to store binary data as text.

Is there any difference between Base64 and standard Base64 URL Safe?

The encoding is Base64 URL Safe is a variation of Base64 which replaces certain characters to be secure in the web site links and does not require extra coding.

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