About This Tool
What is Codec (Encoder / Decoder)?
A tool for encoding and decoding text using various formats including Base64, Base32, Hex, and ASCII85. Commonly used in web development, API communication, and data transmission. All conversions happen in your browser, so your data never leaves your device.
How to Use
- Select the encoding format (Base64, Base64URL, Base32, Hex, ASCII85) from the tabs.
- Enter the text you want to convert in the input area.
- Click 'Encode' or 'Decode' to perform the conversion.
- Use the copy button to copy the result to your clipboard.
Key Features
- Supports 5 encoding formats: Base64, Base64URL, Base32, Hex, ASCII85
- Real-time encoding and decoding
- One-click result copying
- Browser-based processing for privacy protection
Tips
- Base64 is most commonly used for email attachments and API data transmission.
- Base64URL replaces + and / with - and _ for safe use in URLs.
- Hex encoding is widely used for color codes, MAC addresses, and binary data representation.
Codec (Encoder / Decoder)
Encode and decode text in Base64, Base64URL, Base32, Hex, and ASCII85
Frequently Asked Questions
Что такое кодирование текста?▼
Преобразование между форматами: Base64, URL encoding, HTML entities. Не является шифрованием.
Base64 — это шифрование?▼
Нет. Base64 — обратимое кодирование без ключа. Любой может декодировать. Не для безопасности.
UTF-8 vs ASCII?▼
ASCII: 128 символов (английский). UTF-8: совместим с ASCII + поддерживает все символы Unicode.
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