HTML Entity Encoder / Decoder
Encode special characters as HTML entities or decode named and numeric entities into text.
FreeBrowserAbout HTML Entity Encoder / Decoder
Escape special text characters as HTML entities or decode named and numeric entities. Inspect the result as plain text when preparing a snippet or reading escaped content.
When to use this tool
- Escape text containing an ampersand.
- Read an entity-encoded text fragment.
Limits to know before using it
Entity encoding is not a complete HTML sanitizer or a substitute for context-aware escaping. Decoded HTML is displayed as text rather than executed.
Data handling and cost
The main operation runs in your browser; tool input is not uploaded for processing. The site can still use session cookies and collect operational or usage data as described in the privacy policy.
Free to use in your browser, with no sign-in needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Processing runs in your browser; input and files are not sent to a backend. Loading the website and program assets requires a connection.
Decoded HTML remains plain text in the result area and is never executed or rendered.