HTML Entities Encoder/Decoder
Encode or decode HTML entities like &, <, >, ".
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What is this tool?
HTML entities encoder/decoder converts special characters to and from their HTML entity representations. Characters like <, >, &, and the quotation mark have special meanings in HTML and must be encoded as <, >, &, and " respectively to display as literal text. Essential for preventing XSS attacks and displaying code snippets in HTML.
How to use
- 1
Select mode
Choose Encode (to entities) or Decode (from entities).
- 2
Input text
Paste your HTML content or text with entities.
- 3
Get result
Copy the encoded or decoded result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why encode HTML entities?
Encoding HTML entities prevents browsers from interpreting special characters as HTML markup. This is critical for security (preventing XSS attacks), displaying code examples on web pages, and showing literal <script> or <style> tags as text. Always encode user input before inserting into HTML.
Does it handle all special chars?
Handles common special chars and named HTML entities.
Can I use this in production?
This tool is designed for development and testing. For production use established libraries with security audits.