What is Base64 encoding used for?

Base64 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme used to safely transmit binary data (like images or encrypted payloads) over text-only media such as email, JSON, or XML.

Does Base64 encryption provide security?

No, Base64 is an encoding format, not encryption. Anyone can decode a Base64 string back to its original plain text.

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Base64 Encoder & Decoder

Fast, secure online Base64 encoder and decoder. Convert plain text, JSON, binary files, and images into Base64 ASCII strings and decode Base64 data back to readable UTF-8 text with zero server transmission.

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