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HTML Encoder / Decoder

Encode special characters to HTML entities and decode them back. Handles &, <, >, quotes and all standard HTML entities.

The HTML Encoder is a free online tool that helps you encode special characters to html entities and decode them back. handles &, <, >, quotes and all standard html entities It runs in your browser with no sign-up, downloads, or installation needed. All processing happens locally — your data stays on your device.
HTML Encoder
Common HTML entities
${[['<','<'],['>', '>'],['&','&'],['"','"'],["'",'''],['©','©'],['®','®'],['™','™'],['£','£'],['€','€'],['¢','¢'],['°','°'],['·','·'],['—','—'],['–','–'],['…','…'],['½','½']].map(([c,e])=> `${e} = ${c}`).join('')}

How to use the HTML Encoder

1

Encode HTML

Encoding converts characters like <, >, & and " into their safe HTML entity equivalents (&lt;, &gt;, &amp;, &quot;). Use this when you want to display HTML code as text on a web page without the browser interpreting it.

2

Decode HTML

Decoding converts HTML entities back to their original characters. Useful when HTML source code contains escaped entities that you want to read as plain text, or when processing data from APIs that return HTML-encoded strings.

Frequently asked questions

Is the HTML Encoder free to use?

Yes, the HTML Encoder is completely free. There is no sign-up, no account required, and no limit on how often you can use it.

Is my text private when using the HTML Encoder?

Yes, all text processing happens in your browser. Your text is not sent to any server and is not stored anywhere outside your device.

What devices does the HTML Encoder work on?

The HTML Encoder works on any device with a modern web browser — desktop, laptop, tablet, or phone. It is mobile-friendly and works offline once the page has loaded.