HTML Encoder

HTML Encoder

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What is HTML Encoder

HTML Encoder is a free online tool that escapes text into HTML entities so characters like &, <, >, and quotes can sit safely inside markup.

Paste a string, run Encode, and copy entity-encoded output for templates, docs, or CMS fields. Encoding is one building block for safe HTML embedding — context still matters for XSS prevention.

How to use HTML Encoder

  1. Step 1: Paste text. Or Import / Sample / Fetch URL.
  2. Step 2: Encode. Run Encode to produce named HTML entities.
  3. Step 3: Copy or download. Use the escaped string in your HTML context.

HTML Encoder Features

  • HTML entity encode (named entities)
  • Sample, Import, Fetch URL, Copy, Download

Common use cases

  • Embed strings in HTML: Escape user-facing text before inserting it into markup.
  • Document code samples: Show tags literally inside an HTML page.
  • Email subject/title safety: Encode titles that contain &, <, or quotes.

Examples / supported formats

Encodes plain text or HTML-ish text to entities:

  • Text / HTML input
  • Entity-encoded text output

Reverse the process with HTML Decoder.

FAQ

Is HTML Encoder free?
Yes. Tools Viewer tools are free to use in the browser with no account required.
Do I need to create an account to use HTML Encoder?
No. Open the tool and start working — signup is not required.
Is my content uploaded to your servers?
Pasted or imported content for HTML Encoder is processed in your browser. Tools Viewer does not store it. Optional Fetch URL (when available) retrieves a public page through a short-lived request so you can edit the result locally.
Does encoding alone prevent XSS?
Encoding helps for HTML text context. Safe output still depends on where you insert the string (HTML body, attribute, script) and your app’s escaping rules. To reverse entities, use HTML Decoder.
How do I encode HTML entities online?
Paste text into HTML Encoder, click Encode, then Copy the entity-encoded result.