HTML Decoder

What is HTML Decoder?

HTML Decoder is a free online tool that converts HTML entities back to their original characters. When you see codes like &amp; or &lt; in your text, this tool turns them back into readable symbols like & and <.

Why Would You Need to Decode HTML?

HTML encoding happens often when text passes through different systems. Here is when you need to decode it:

• Reading source code: When HTML appears as encoded entities instead of actual characters
• Processing API data: Many APIs return HTML-encoded content that needs decoding
• Fixing copied text: Text copied from websites sometimes contains encoded characters
• Email content: HTML emails often have encoded special characters

How to Decode HTML - Step by Step

1. Paste your text: Copy the HTML-encoded text into the input box
2. Click Decode: Press the decode button to convert entities to characters
3. Copy the result: Your decoded text appears instantly - click copy to use it

Key Features

• Instant conversion: Decodes text immediately as you click
• All entities supported: Handles named entities, numeric codes, and hex codes
• Special characters: Correctly decodes symbols, accents, and international characters
• One-click copy: Easy button to copy decoded text to clipboard

Tips for Best Results

• Make sure to paste the complete encoded text including all entity codes
• If output looks wrong, check if the source was double-encoded
• Use the encoder tool if you need to reverse the process

Frequently Asked Questions

What are HTML entities?

HTML entities are codes that represent special characters. For example, &amp; represents & and &nbsp; represents a space. Browsers use these to display characters that have special meaning in HTML.

Why does my text have HTML entities?

Text gets encoded to prevent security issues or display problems. When special characters like < or > appear in content, they get converted to entities so browsers do not interpret them as HTML code.

Can I decode multiple lines at once?

Yes, paste as much text as you need. The tool processes all HTML entities in your text at once.