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HTML Entity Encoder
Escape special characters as HTML entities, or unescape them.
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About this toolHTML Entity Encoder turns characters like < > & and quotes into safe entities for showing code on web pages, and converts them back.
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HTML Entity Encoder turns characters like < > & and quotes into safe entities for showing code on web pages, and converts them back.
More about HTML Entity EncoderHow to use, good to know & FAQ
How to use HTML Entity Encoder
- Paste your text or HTML.
- Click "Encode" or "Decode".
- Copy the result.
Frequently asked questions
Is my text sent anywhere?
No. It is processed in your browser.
Why encode HTML entities?
Encoding stops characters like < and & being read as HTML, which keeps code examples safe.
Does it support named and numeric entities?
Yes. Both forms are decoded correctly.
When to use HTML Entity Encoder
- Show code snippets safely on web pages
- Escape user input in examples
- Decode entities from scraped content
- Fix broken special characters
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