What is HTML entity encoding?

HTML entity encoding is the process of converting reserved HTML characters into their corresponding entity names or numbers so that browsers display them as literal text instead of executing them as HTML code.

How does HTML encoding prevent XSS?

By converting dangerous characters like into <script>, the browser interprets them as harmless text rather than executable JavaScript.

What is the entity for the ampersand (&)?

The HTML entity for the ampersand symbol & is &.

Does this tool support double quotes?

Yes, double quotes are encoded to " and single quotes to '.

HTML Entity Encoder & Decoder — Free Online Tool

How to Use the HTML Entity Encoder & Decoder

Choose Mode

Select "HTML Entity Encode" or "HTML Entity Decode".

Paste Content

Paste your raw HTML string or encoded entities into the input box.

Automatic Conversion

Characters are immediately converted in your browser.

Copy Result

Click "Copy Output" to copy the formatted string to your clipboard.

Why Choose Our HTML Entity Encoder & Decoder?

Bidirectional HTML entity encoding and decoding

Prevents XSS vulnerabilities in user-generated content

Preserves code structure and indentation

Runs 100% client-side in browser

One-click copy functionality

Pro Tips for Best Results

Always encode user inputs before echoing them into HTML templates.
Common escaped entities include & (&), < (<), and > (>).

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