How to Use HTML Entity Encode & Decode — Complete Guide

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What is the HTML Entity Encode & Decode?

Escape <, >, &, and quotes to HTML entities so they display literally, or decode entities back to characters.

The tool is part of the Calabi free tools hub — a collection of 99+ browser-based utilities for developers, designers, and content creators. Everything runs client-side: your files and data never leave your device.

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How to use the HTML Entity Encode & Decode

  1. Step 1: Paste your text or HTML.
  2. Step 2: Pick Encode or Decode.
  3. Step 3: Copy the result.

The tool updates in real time as you interact with it. No button-clicking required for most tools — results appear instantly.

Example

<b> → &lt;b&gt;

Privacy & security

The HTML Entity Encode & Decode is designed with privacy as a hard constraint, not an afterthought:

This architecture is particularly important for the Developer category of tools, where the inputs often contain sensitive or proprietary information.

Frequently asked questions

Is the HTML Entity Encode & Decode free?

Yes, completely free with no sign-up. Runs in your browser.

Is it safe to paste sensitive data?

Yes. The HTML Entity Encode & Decode runs entirely client-side in your browser. Nothing is sent to a server. You can verify this with your browser's network inspector — you'll see zero outbound requests when you use the tool.

Does it work offline?

Once the page is loaded, yes. The tool logic is a self-contained JavaScript bundle with no runtime API calls.

What browsers are supported?

Any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge. Internet Explorer is not supported.

About Developer utilities

The HTML Entity Encode & Decode is part of the Developer utilities category in the Calabi tools hub. Encode special characters to HTML entities or decode entities back, in your browser. All tools in this category run entirely in your browser with no server involvement.

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