HTML Encoder

Convert special characters to HTML entities instantly.

Encoding Options

Basic Encoding
Advanced Options
Common HTML Entities
& → &
< → &lt;
> → &gt;
" → &quot;
' → &#39;
  → &nbsp;
© → &copy;
€ → &euro;

About HTML Encoding

HTML encoding converts special characters to HTML entities to ensure they display correctly in web browsers. This is essential for preventing code injection, displaying reserved characters, and ensuring text renders properly across different platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

HTML encoding is the process of converting special characters into HTML entities. This ensures that characters like <, >, and & are displayed correctly in web browsers instead of being interpreted as HTML code.

HTML encoding is important for security (preventing XSS attacks), ensuring proper display of special characters, and maintaining data integrity when transferring text between systems. It prevents browsers from interpreting special characters as HTML markup.

Yes, our HTML encoder is completely free to use with no limitations. There are no premium plans or hidden fees. We believe in providing valuable tools to everyone without barriers.

Yes, your data is completely safe. All encoding happens locally in your browser. We don't store or transmit your data to any servers. Your privacy is our priority.

The most critical characters to encode are < (&lt;), > (&gt;), & (&amp;), " (&quot;), and ' (&#39;). These characters have special meaning in HTML and can break your page if not properly encoded.