HTML Entity Encode
Escape text to safe HTML entities instantly and for free.
This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to a server.
Convert characters like <, >, &, and quotes into their safe HTML entity equivalents (<, >, &, ") with one click. The escaping runs entirely in your browser — nothing you type is ever uploaded to a server. Essential for safely embedding user input or code snippets inside HTML without breaking the page or introducing XSS risks.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does HTML entity encoding do?
- It replaces special characters such as <, >, &, and quotation marks with their HTML entity equivalents so the text can be displayed safely inside HTML without being interpreted as markup.
- How do I use this tool?
- Type or paste your text into the input box and the HTML-escaped output appears instantly — copy it and paste it into your HTML.
- Why would I need to escape HTML entities?
- It prevents user-supplied or raw text from breaking your page's layout or being misused for cross-site scripting (XSS) when displayed on a webpage.