UTF-8 Base64
Encode Unicode text as Base64 or decode Base64 bytes back into UTF-8 text.
UTF-8 Base64: inputs, results and limitations
Encode Unicode text as Base64 or decode Base64 bytes back into UTF-8 text.
How to use UTF-8 Base64
- Paste your text or use the example to inspect the operation.
- Review the options before running: Operation: encode
- Inspect the preview or result, then download a new file.
An illustrative use case
An Arabic message round-tripped through UTF-8 Base64.
Sample input
مرحبا Tabaix
What to inspect in the output
Select encode for plain text and decode for encoded input. Preserve padding and characters when copying. The output remains text, not a general arbitrary-file decoder.
Where this tool stops
Review the output before using it. Your original input is not changed.
Settings and starting values
| Control | Starting value |
|---|---|
| Operation | encode |
Troubleshooting UTF-8 Base64
Check source syntax and distinguish literal characters from their escaped representation. Run the example first, then compare with your failing input to isolate the invalid part.
Questions about UTF-8 Base64
Does Base64 protect a password?
No. Base64 is reversible encoding. It offers neither confidentiality nor password hashing.
What input does UTF-8 Base64 need?
Use the sample text shown below, then replace it with your own input. Review the result for the destination where it will be used.
Which options does UTF-8 Base64 provide?
Operation. Review the starting values in the table and adjust them for your input.
Your original input is preserved. Review the new output before using it in a published page, customer delivery or production workflow.
JavaScript enables the interactive workspace.