Why do I need to encode HTML entities?
Encoding HTML entities converts symbols like < and > into safe strings like < and >, preventing browsers from executing them as code.
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Free HTML Entity Converter | 1ClickTools
Convert special characters into secure HTML entities to protect your code, or decode entity strings back to clean markup. Instant and free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which characters are covered by 'Only Special Characters'?
This option targets characters that affect HTML syntax: ampersand (&), less-than (<), greater-than (>), double-quotes ("), and single-quote (').
Can this decode named entities like &nbsp;?
Yes, it decodes standard named entities, numeric decimal entities (e.g.,  ), and hexadecimal entities (e.g.,  ) correctly.
Does this tool support bulk text?
Yes, you can paste large blocks of code or articles to encode/decode them instantly.
Do you save the code I paste?
No. The conversion is performed client-side using JavaScript, and no data is sent to our servers.
How accurate is this html entity converter tool?
All processing runs entirely in your browser using verified algorithms. Results are computed with full double-precision — no server-side rounding or data transmission occurs.