HTML Entity Encoder & Decoder
Convert special characters to safe HTML entities or decode entities back instantly.
📖 How to Use This Tool
Follow these quick steps to format HTML characters safely:
- Step 1: Paste your HTML code or special text strings into the input area.
- Step 2: Click Encode to Entities to sanitize tags or Decode Entities to restore raw text.
- Step 3: Copy your formatted output code instantly with complete local data privacy.
✨ Key Benefits
This utility runs entirely inside your web browser. No source code or snippets are transmitted to external servers, providing full confidentiality and high-speed execution.
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How HTML Entity Encoding & Decoding Works
Convert reserved characters into named and numeric HTML entities to prevent XSS injection and rendering errors.
Calculation & Methodology
Reserved Characters (<, >, &, ", ') $\rightarrow$ Named Entities (<, >, &, ", ')
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Strip HTML TagsFrequently Asked Questions
Why is HTML entity encoding important for security?
It neutralizes user-supplied markup, preventing unauthorized script execution and Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
What is the difference between named and numeric entities?
Named entities use mnemonic words (like `©`), while numeric entities use Unicode code points (like `©`).