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Base64 to Text
Convert Base64 encoding back to readable plain text
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Encoding
Base64 (Encoded)
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What is Base64 to Text?
Convert Base64-encoded strings back to readable plain text. This tool decodes Base64 data and displays the original text content, whether it's a simple string, JSON data, or other text-based content. Perfect for inspecting Base64-encoded values in API responses, debugging encoded data, and extracting readable information from Base64 strings.
How to Use
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Paste your Base64-encoded string
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The tool converts it to text instantly
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View the decoded readable text
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Copy the plain text result
Common Use Cases
Decode Base64 strings from API responses
Extract text from Base64-encoded data
Inspect Base64 values in configuration files
Debug Base64-encoded HTTP headers
Convert Base64 back to readable JSON
Key Features
Instant Base64 to text conversion
Full UTF-8 Unicode support
Handles emojis and special characters
Works with standard Base64 format
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