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HTML Encoder Decoder - Encode and Decode HTML Entities Online
Use this free HTML encoder decoder to encode HTML special characters into entities and decode HTML entities back into readable text instantly.
What this tool does
Encode HTML special characters into safe entities such as <,>, and&.
Decode HTML entities back into readable text or HTML when you need to inspect escaped content.
This is useful for developers, CMS editors, documentation, debugging, and displaying raw HTML safely.
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How this HTML encoder decoder works
Paste plain HTML or text into the input box and click HTML Encode to convert special characters into safe HTML entities.
Paste encoded HTML entities into the input box and click HTML Decode to convert them back into readable text.
You can copy the converted result instantly for use in websites, CMS platforms, code, and documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does HTML encoding do?
HTML encoding converts special characters such as <, >, &, and quotes into HTML entities so they can be displayed safely without being interpreted as code.
Why would I decode HTML entities?
Decoding HTML entities helps you read escaped content in a normal human-readable format.
Is this tool useful for developers?
Yes. It is useful for developers, technical writers, CMS users, and anyone working with raw HTML or escaped text.
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