HTML Entity Encoder
Encode special characters to HTML entities or decode entities back to text. Esse...Encode special characters to HTML entities or decode entities back to text. Essential for web development security and proper character display.
Plain Text
Encoded Text
Common HTML Entities
Encoder Features
Why Use HTML Entity Encoder?
XSS Prevention
Encoding HTML entities prevents cross-site scripting attacks by escaping dangerous characters.
Encode & Decode
Switch between encoding and decoding modes to convert in either direction instantly.
3 Entity Formats
Choose named entities (&), numeric (&), or hexadecimal (&) encoding formats.
100% Private
All processing happens in your browser. Your text is never sent to any server.
Non-ASCII Support
Optionally encode all non-ASCII characters for maximum compatibility across systems.
Entity Reference
Built-in reference table showing common HTML entities for quick lookup.
Common Uses for HTML Entity Encoder
Web Security
Encode user input before displaying in HTML to prevent XSS attacks.
HTML Development
Safely display code snippets and special characters in web pages.
Email Templates
Encode special characters in HTML emails for consistent rendering across clients.
Data Processing
Encode/decode text when working with HTML content in databases or APIs.
How It Works
Choose Direction
Select Encode to convert text to HTML entities, or Decode to convert entities back to text.
Enter Your Text
Paste or type your text in the input area. For encoding, choose your preferred entity format (named, numeric, or hex).
Copy the Result
The converted text appears instantly. Copy to clipboard with one click and use in your HTML code.
Tips & Best Practices
Always Encode User Input
When displaying user-submitted content in HTML, always encode it first to prevent XSS attacks.
Named Entities for Readability
Use named entities when possible (© instead of ©) - they make your HTML more readable.
Double Encoding
Be careful not to double-encode text. If text is already encoded, decoding then re-encoding may produce unexpected results.