HTML Encode
Escape special characters into HTML entities so your text shows up exactly as written instead of being read as markup. Everything runs in your browser.
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About HTML Encode
When you want to display characters like a less than sign or an ampersand on a web page, the browser would otherwise try to read them as HTML. Encoding turns those characters into entities such as < and & so they appear as plain text.
This is important when you show code samples, user input, or any content that contains angle brackets or quotes, both for correct display and to help prevent broken or unsafe markup.
How to Use
- Paste the text or HTML you want to escape.
- Read the encoded version with entities in the output box.
- Click Copy to copy the result.
- Use the HTML Decode tool to reverse it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which characters get encoded?
The five characters that matter most in HTML are escaped: the ampersand, the less than and greater than signs, the double quote, and the single quote.
Why would I encode HTML?
Encoding lets you show HTML or special characters as text on a page, and it helps prevent content from being misread as markup.
Is my text private?
Yes. Encoding happens in your browser and nothing is uploaded.
About Matt George
I'm Matt George, a software engineer in the startup space. I run my own shop building software for early-stage founders, and I love making free tools and experiences that people actually use. Enjoy using HTML Encode!