HTML Encoder & Decoder
Encode special characters to HTML entities or decode HTML entities back to readable characters. Essential for displaying code snippets and preventing XSS attacks.
What is HTML Encoding?
HTML encoding converts special characters into their corresponding HTML entity codes. This is essential for displaying code snippets, preventing XSS attacks, and ensuring text is properly rendered in HTML.
Common HTML Entities
| Character | Entity Name | Entity Number |
|---|---|---|
| < | < | < |
| > | > | > |
| & | & | & |
| " | " | " |
| ' | ' | ' |
| Space | |   |
Common Use Cases
- Display code snippets: Show HTML/XML code on web pages
- Security: Prevent XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) attacks
- User input: Safely display user-generated content
- Email templates: Ensure proper rendering in email clients
- Data export: Prepare data for HTML/XML files
Security Note
Always encode user input before displaying it on web pages to prevent XSS attacks. HTML encoding is a critical security practice for web applications.