HTML Encode
Escape <, >, &, quotes and apostrophes so text shows literally in HTML. Local, free, no signup.
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Escape <, >, &, quotes and apostrophes so text shows literally in HTML. Local, free, no signup.
How to use HTML Encode
- Paste or type your contentThe result appears as you type — there is no submit button.
- Read and copy the resultThe output updates live and the copy button takes it in one click.
Worked example
- <div class="box">Hello & "World"</div>
- <div class="box">Hello & "World"</div>
Nothing you enter leaves your device
All of the work happens inside your browser. Whatever you type is never packaged up and sent to a server, and no request this page makes carries it.
That makes it safe for contract amounts, personal details and internal documents you would rather not hand to a third party — close the tab and it is gone.
What this tool does not do
HTML Encode only does what a browser can do on its own — it talks to no backend service. So it keeps no history for you and syncs nothing across devices; if you need a record, copy or download the result.
It is also not a substitute for professional judgement. For legal, medical or tax decisions, treat the output as a starting point rather than a final answer.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When should I encode HTML?
- When displaying user input inside a page so it cannot break the markup.
- Does it prevent XSS?
- It is one layer of defense; always combine with server-side validation.