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HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder Online Free

Encode and decode HTML entities online for free. Convert special characters, HTML tags, quotes and symbols into safe HTML entity format instantly.

✅ Free to use⚡ Instant encode/decode🔣 Named & numeric entities📱 Mobile friendly
Input Paste text or HTML
Output Encoded or decoded result
Essential only encodes &, <, >, quotes and apostrophes.
Useful when preparing HTML attributes.
Useful for quick edits and testing.
0Input Chars
0Output Chars
0Entities
0HTML Tags

How to Encode or Decode HTML Entities

Convert HTML entities in three simple steps.

1. Paste text or HTML

Add your text, HTML snippet, code or encoded entities into the input box.

2. Encode or decode

Click Encode HTML Entities or Decode HTML Entities to convert the content.

3. Copy result

Copy the output and use it in websites, code, templates or documentation.

Escape HTML safely for code and content.

This HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder is useful for developers, writers and editors working with HTML snippets, templates, code examples, documentation and website content.

You can encode reserved characters, decode existing entities, choose named or numeric entities, control quote handling and copy the clean output instantly.

✅ Encode HTML reserved characters
✅ Decode HTML entities into readable text
✅ Supports named and numeric entities
✅ Copy clean output instantly

What are HTML entities?

HTML entities are special codes used to safely display reserved characters in HTML. For example, a less-than symbol can be written as &lt; so it appears as text instead of being treated as markup.

This is helpful when publishing code snippets, documentation, examples and user-facing HTML content.

When should you use it?

  • Escaping HTML snippets for tutorials
  • Preparing code examples for websites
  • Decoding copied HTML entity text
  • Cleaning template or CMS content
  • Safely displaying reserved HTML characters

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HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder FAQ

Common questions about HTML entities online.

What are HTML entities?

HTML entities are codes used to display reserved characters in HTML, such as &lt; for less-than and &amp; for ampersand.

How do I encode HTML entities?

Paste your text or HTML into the input box and click Encode HTML Entities.

How do I decode HTML entities?

Paste encoded HTML entities and click Decode HTML Entities to convert them back into readable characters.

Is this HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder free?

Yes. This online HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder is free to use.

What is the difference between named and numeric entities?

Named entities use readable names like &amp;. Numeric entities use character codes like &#38;.

Can I encode only essential HTML characters?

Yes. Choose Essential only to encode common reserved characters such as ampersands, less-than symbols, greater-than symbols and quotes.

Does this tool upload my text?

No. Your text is encoded or decoded directly in your browser.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. You can encode and decode HTML entities on desktop, tablet and mobile browsers.