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HTML Encoder / Decoder
Encode and decode HTML entities directly in your browser.
Escape special characters like ampersands, angle brackets, quotes, and apostrophes so code can be displayed as text in HTML.
Encoder / Decoder
Encode and decode common HTML entities in your browser.
Output
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How to use
- 1. Paste text
Add HTML markup, copied text, or encoded entities to the input.
- 2. Encode or decode
Encode special characters or decode common named and numeric entities.
- 3. Copy output
Use the result in documentation, templates, CMS fields, or examples.
Example
`<strong>ToolRivet</strong> & "builders"` encodes angle brackets, ampersands, and quotes as HTML entities.
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01 What is HTML encoding? +
HTML encoding replaces special characters with HTML entities so they can be safely displayed in HTML.
02 Is this tool local? +
Yes, encoding and decoding happen in your browser.
03 When should I encode HTML? +
Encode HTML when you need to display special characters as text instead of having them interpreted as markup.