Convert Image to Base64 Online
This free Base64 Image Converter lets you encode an image as a Base64 string directly in your web browser. Choose an image from your device and the converter reads the file locally, creating a Base64 data string that can be copied, saved or used in websites and applications.
What Is a Base64 Image Converter?
A Base64 Image Converter changes binary image data into a text-based Base64 representation. This is useful when image data needs to be included inside HTML, CSS, JSON, API requests or other text-based formats.
How to Convert an Image to Base64
Choose an image above or drag and drop one into the converter. After the file is selected, you can preview it and review its name, type and size. Select Convert to Base64 to generate the complete Base64 data string. You can then copy the result or download it as a TXT file.
Encode Image as Base64
Encoding an image as Base64 is useful when an application needs image information in text form. The generated result includes the image data and its MIME type, making it suitable for common data URL use cases such as HTML or CSS.
Supported Image Formats
Is This Image to Base64 Converter Private?
The conversion is performed locally in your browser using standard browser APIs. The selected image does not need to be uploaded to a remote conversion service. This makes the tool convenient for users who want a simple browser-based way to convert an image to Base64.
What Can You Do With Base64 Image Data?
Base64 image data can be useful in HTML data URLs, CSS, JavaScript applications, JSON-based workflows and testing environments where binary image data needs to be represented as text. Keep in mind that Base64 generally makes the encoded data larger than the original binary file.