Is HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder free?

Yes, all tools provided by WebTools are completely free to use with no signup required.

Is HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder safe?

Absolutely safe. All data processing happens locally in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to any server, ensuring your privacy is fully protected.

Do I need to install software to use HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder?

No installation needed. All tools run in your browser - just open the page and start using them immediately.

What are HTML entities?

HTML entities are special codes that represent characters in HTML. They start with & and end with ;. For example, & represents &, < represents <. They're used to display characters that would otherwise be interpreted as HTML markup.

When should I use HTML entity encoding?

Use HTML entity encoding when you need to display characters like , &, or " in HTML content without them being interpreted as markup.

What is the difference between named and numeric entities?

Named entities use descriptive names (&, <) and are more readable. Numeric entities use character code points: decimal (&) or hexadecimal (&). Named entities only exist for common characters, while numeric entities can represent any Unicode character.

Can I encode non-ASCII characters like Chinese or emojis?

Yes. Any Unicode character can be encoded as a numeric HTML entity. For example, 中 can be encoded as 中 or 中.

Is HTML entity encoding the same as URL encoding?

No. HTML entity encoding uses &code; format for HTML content. URL encoding uses %XX format for URLs. They serve different purposes and are not interchangeable.

HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder

HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder is a free online tool that helps you encode special characters to HTML entities and decode HTML entities back to readable characters. Whether you're escaping HTML for safe display, decoding encoded content, or preparing text for web pages, this tool handles it instantly — no signup, no installation, completely private.

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What is HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder?

Encode special characters to HTML named entities
Encode to numeric decimal and hexadecimal entities
Decode all HTML entity formats back to readable characters
Real-time encoding and decoding as you type
Support for a comprehensive set of named entities
One-click copy results to clipboard
All processing happens locally in your browser — your data never leaves your device

How to Use HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder

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Choose encode or decode
Select Encode to convert characters to HTML entities, or Decode to convert entities back to characters.
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Enter your text
Type or paste the text you want to encode or decode.
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Choose entity format
For encoding, select named entities, decimal numeric, or hexadecimal numeric format.
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View instant results
The encoded or decoded result appears immediately in the output panel.
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Copy the output
Click the copy icon to copy the result to your clipboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

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HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder

What is HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder?

Encode special characters to HTML named entities

Encode to numeric decimal and hexadecimal entities

Decode all HTML entity formats back to readable characters

Real-time encoding and decoding as you type

Support for a comprehensive set of named entities

One-click copy results to clipboard

All processing happens locally in your browser — your data never leaves your device

How to Use HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder

Choose encode or decode

Select Encode to convert characters to HTML entities, or Decode to convert entities back to characters.

Enter your text

Type or paste the text you want to encode or decode.

Choose entity format

For encoding, select named entities, decimal numeric, or hexadecimal numeric format.

View instant results

The encoded or decoded result appears immediately in the output panel.

Copy the output

Click the copy icon to copy the result to your clipboard.