HTML Entity Decoder

Decode HTML entities like & and < back into readable text.

This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to a server.

Paste text containing HTML entities such as &, <, >, " or ' and instantly convert them back into normal, readable characters. Everything runs in your browser — nothing is uploaded to a server, so it's safe to paste code, scraped markup, or emails straight from your clipboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this tool do?
It converts HTML entities (like &amp;, &lt;, &quot;) back into their original characters (&, <, ") so you get clean, readable text.
Is it safe to paste sensitive HTML or code?
Yes — decoding happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing you paste is ever sent to a server or stored anywhere.
Is this tool free to use?
Completely free, with no sign-up, no limits, and no watermark on the output.