🖼️Image to Base64

Convert images to Base64 encoded strings for embedding in code.

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PNG, JPG, GIF, SVG, WebP

About Image to Base64

Convert any image file (PNG, JPG, GIF, SVG) into a Base64 encoded string or data URI for embedding directly into HTML, CSS, or JavaScript. Eliminating external image requests can simplify deployments and reduce the number of network round-trips for small icons and inline graphics.

How to Use Image to Base64

1
Upload your image
Click to upload or drag and drop your image file into the tool.
2
Copy the Base64 string
The Base64 encoded string and data URI are generated instantly for you to copy.
3
Embed in your code
Paste the data URI into an HTML img src attribute or CSS background-image property.

Common Use Cases

Embedding small icons in HTML emails without attachments
Inlining images in single-file HTML documents
Storing images as text in JSON or database fields
Reducing HTTP requests by inlining small graphics in CSS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Base64 image?

A Base64 image is an image file encoded as a text string, allowing it to be embedded directly in HTML or CSS as a data URI (e.g. src="data:image/png;base64,...") without needing a separate file.

What image formats are supported?

PNG, JPG, JPEG, GIF, SVG, WebP, and most common image formats are supported for Base64 encoding.

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