Image to Base64 Converter

Convert images to Base64 or decode Base64 strings back to images — free, instant, no upload. Generate data URIs ready for HTML img src and CSS background-image.

Image → Base64

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Base64?

Base64 is an encoding method that converts binary data like images or files into a text string. It is used to embed images directly inside HTML or CSS code so that no separate image file is needed.

How do I insert a Base64-converted image into HTML?

Paste the converted Base64 string directly into the src attribute of an img tag. The format is: data:image/png;base64,CONVERTED_STRING. The same approach works for the background-image property in CSS.

Why does the file size get larger after Base64 conversion?

Base64 encoding converts every 3 bytes of binary data into 4 ASCII characters, increasing the file size by about 33% compared to the original. It's a trade-off: fewer external requests, but larger file size.

What image formats can I convert to Base64?

JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, SVG, and most other image formats can be converted to Base64. The result is provided in data URI format, ready to use directly in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Can I convert a Base64 string back into an image file?

Yes, simply paste the Base64 string to restore the original image and download it. Data URIs in the data:image/... format are also supported.

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Features

How to Use

  1. Upload Image: Drag an image into the left panel or click to choose a file
  2. Copy Result: Copy the full data URI or just the Base64 part
  3. Base64 → Image: Paste a Base64 string in the right panel to restore the image

Use Cases

Code Examples

Paste the generated data URI directly into your HTML or CSS.

HTML

<!-- img src에 data URI 직접 삽입 -->
<img src="data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAA...==" alt="이미지">

<!-- picture 태그와 함께 사용 -->
<picture>
  <source srcset="data:image/webp;base64,UklGRiAA...==" type="image/webp">
  <img src="data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAA...==" alt="이미지">
</picture>

CSS

/* background-image에 data URI 사용 */
.thumbnail {
  background-image: url("data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAA...==");
  background-size: cover;
  background-position: center;
}

/* content 속성에 사용 */
.icon::before {
  content: url("data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxu...==");
}