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Base64 Without Padding
Encode text to Base64 without padding (no = characters)
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What is Base64 Without Padding?
Encode text to Base64 format without padding characters (=). Some systems and APIs prefer or require Base64 strings without padding for cleaner output or specific protocol requirements. This tool creates standard Base64-encoded strings but omits the trailing = padding characters. The resulting strings are still valid Base64 and can be decoded by most Base64 decoders.
How to Use
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Type or paste your text
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The tool encodes to Base64 without padding
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Copy the unpadded Base64 result
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Use in systems that prefer no padding
Common Use Cases
Create Base64 for APIs that reject padding
Generate cleaner Base64 strings
Encode data for systems with padding restrictions
Create compact Base64 representations
Match specific protocol requirements
Key Features
Instant Base64 encoding without padding
Standard Base64 format (+ and /)
Full UTF-8 Unicode support
Cleaner output without = characters
One-click copy to clipboard
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