Base64 Image Encoder Online

Convert images to Base64 online instantly—supports PNG, JPG, GIF, and more with multiple output formats including Data URI, HTML, CSS, JSON, and XML.

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What is Base64 Encoding for Images?

Base64 encoding is a method of showing binary data such as images in the text format, making them ideal for embedding images into the preferred HTML, CSS, JSON or XML documents without needing separate image files.

Supported Base64 Image Output Formats

This tool provides the following options for encoding base64 images:

  • Plain Base64: Convert your image to plain Base64 text.
  • Data URI: Ready to embed directly in HTML, CSS, or JSON as data:image/png;base64...
  • HTML img Tag: Automatically wraps your Base64 string in a complete img tag.
  • CSS Background Image: Perfect for inline CSS styling with background-image: url(...).
  • XML Image: For including Base64 images in XML structures.
  • JSON Format: Embed your Base64 image as part of a JSON object.

Whether you need to insert images into websites, APIs, or documents, ConvertLoom has the output you need.

How to Convert Image to Base64?

  1. Upload Your Image: Choose any supported format like PNG, JPG, GIF, or WEBP.
  2. Select Your Output Format: Pick from Plain Base64, Data URI, HTML, CSS, XML, or JSON.
  3. Click Encode: Our tool will convert your image and present the Base64 output.
  4. Copy the Result: Use it directly in your code, emails, stylesheets, or documents.

Note: Everything runs securely in your browser with no data stored or shared.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Base64 Image Encoder?

A Base64 Image Encoder converts image files like PNG or JPG into text-based Base64 strings for easy embedding in websites, APIs, emails, and more.

What output formats can I generate?

ConvertLoom supports multiple formats, including Plain Base64, Data URI, HTML img, CSS background image, XML, and JSON.

Is this Base64 Image Encoder free?

Yes! It's completely free with no sign-ups, no watermarks, and no usage limits.

Why use Base64 for images?

Base64 lets you store or transfer images as text, which is especially useful in HTML, CSS, and JSON where binary data isn't supported.

Are my uploaded images safe?

Yes, everything happens directly in your browser. Your files are never sent to any server.