Base64 Encode / Decode
Encode text to Base64 or decode it back.
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The formula
maps every 3 bytes of input to 4 Base64 characters
Base64 re-packages binary data as plain text by regrouping every 3 bytes into four 6-bit chunks, each mapped to a safe character. It exists so binary survives text-only channels like email and URLs. It is emphatically not encryption — anyone can decode it instantly.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Base64 encryption?+
No. Base64 is encoding, not encryption — anyone can decode it. It is used to safely carry binary data in text formats.
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