Text to Binary Converter
Convert your text into binary code and see how computers understand language.
About the Text to Binary Converter Tool
Our Text to Binary Converter is a handy tool that lets you see how text is represented in binary code. You can convert any text into a series of 1s and 0s, which is a great way to understand the foundational language of computers.
How to Use the Tool
- Just start typing your text in the input box on the left.
- The tool will instantly show you the converted binary code in the output box on the right.
- You can copy the result, clear the boxes, or use the sample button to try it out with an example.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is binary code?
Binary code is the most basic language of computers. It uses only two symbols, 1 and 0, to represent any kind of data. We call each 1 or 0 a "bit," and these bits are grouped together into "bytes" (usually a group of 8) to stand for letters, numbers, and other characters.
Why do computers use binary?
Computers use binary because it's a simple and reliable system. The electronic circuits inside a computer can only be in one of two states: on, which is represented by a 1, or off, which is represented by a 0. This two-state system is very easy for computer hardware to work with.
How does this tool convert text to binary?
Our tool looks at every single character you type and finds its number in a standard character set, like ASCII. Then, it converts that number into its binary form, which is an 8-digit string of 1s and 0s. The final result is a long string of these binary numbers, with a space between each one for readability.
Is my data safe with this tool?
Yes, your data is completely safe. The entire conversion happens right in your web browser. This means your text is never sent to our servers, which keeps your information private and secure.
What's an example of text to binary?
The word "cat" would be converted to "01100011 01100001 01110100". Each 8-digit block of binary code represents one letter: "c" is "01100011", "a" is "01100001", and "t" is "01110100".