HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder
Encode or decode text to HTML entities, so you can safely display special characters.
About the HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder Tool
Our HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder is a simple and effective tool that helps you with HTML entities. You can use it to convert special characters into their HTML entity equivalent, which is called encoding. You can also do the reverse, which is called decoding. This is very useful when you are working with HTML and you need to display characters that have a special meaning in HTML, like the less-than sign (<) or the ampersand (&).
How to Use the Tool
- Paste your text into the input box on the left.
- Choose whether you want to "Encode" or "Decode" the text using the radio buttons.
- The tool will instantly show you the result in the output box on the right.
- You can then copy the result to your clipboard or use the sample button to see how it works.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are HTML entities?
HTML entities are pieces of text that begin with an ampersand (&) and end with a semicolon (;). They are used to display characters that have a special meaning in HTML, like the less-than sign, which is used to open a tag. They are also used to display characters that are not on a standard keyboard, like the copyright symbol (©).
Why do I need to encode HTML entities?
You need to encode HTML entities so that the browser does not interpret them as HTML code. For example, if you want to show the text "<p>" on your webpage, you need to encode the less-than and greater-than signs. If you don't, the browser will think you are starting a new paragraph.
What is the difference between encoding and decoding?
Encoding is the process of converting special characters into their HTML entity equivalent. Decoding is the process of converting HTML entities back into their original characters.
Is this tool safe to use?
Yes, our tool is completely safe to use. It runs entirely in your browser, so your text is never sent to our servers. This means your data is private and secure.
Can I use this tool for free?
Yes, this tool is completely free to use. You can use it as much as you want, whenever you want. We made this tool to help developers and content creators with their HTML work.