HTML Encoder/Decoder
Convert special characters to HTML entities and decode them back. Encode text for safe HTML display.
đ Common HTML Character Entities
| Character | Entity Name | Entity Number | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| < | < | < | Less than |
| > | > | > | Greater than |
| & | & | & | Ampersand |
| " | " | " | Double quotation mark |
| ' | ' | ' | Single quotation mark |
| |   | Non-breaking space | |
| © | © | © | Copyright symbol |
| ® | ® | ® | Registered trademark |
| € | € | € | Euro currency symbol |
| ™ | ™ | ™ | Trademark symbol |
đ Understanding HTML Encoding
What is HTML Encoding?
HTML encoding converts characters that have special meaning in HTML into their corresponding entities. This prevents browsers from interpreting them as code.
Why Encode?
Encoding is essential for displaying user-generated content safely, preventing XSS attacks, and ensuring special characters appear correctly in HTML.
Common Use Cases
Displaying code snippets, user comments, forum posts, and any text that may contain HTML special characters like < > &.
Entity Types
Named entities (e.g., <) are easier to remember. Numeric entities (e.g., <) work universally across all browsers.
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Why Use Our HTML Encoder?
Encode
Convert special characters
Decode
Revert HTML entities
Instant
Real-time conversion
Copy Output
One-click copy
XSS Safe
Prevent injection attacks
Entity Table
Quick reference