Image to Base64 Converter
Instantly convert your images to Base64 strings for direct embedding in HTML, CSS, or JSON.
Drop your image here to convert
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Maximum file size: 1MB
❓ How to Convert Images to Base64
Follow these simple steps to convert your images to Base64 encoded strings.
Upload Your Image
Drag & drop or browse to select your image file (JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, or BMP).
Automatic Conversion
Our tool instantly converts your image to a Base64 string with the correct data URI prefix.
Copy & Use
Copy the Base64 string and use it directly in your HTML, CSS, or JavaScript code.
😉 Why Use Our Image to Base64 Converter?
The easiest and fastest way to convert images to Base64 encoded strings.
Instant Conversion
Convert images to Base64 in milliseconds with our optimized browser-based tool.
Accurate Encoding
Get perfectly encoded Base64 strings with the correct data URI prefix included.
100% Secure
All processing happens in your browser - no server uploads required.
One-Click Copy
Copy the complete Base64 string with a single click for easy pasting.
🚀 Common Use Cases for Base64 Images
Discover how Base64 encoded images can simplify your web development workflow.
Inline Images in HTML
Embed small images directly in your HTML without separate files, reducing HTTP requests.
CSS Backgrounds
Use Base64 encoded images directly in your CSS for background images and icons.
Single File Applications
Create self-contained HTML files that include all images without external dependencies.
JSON Data
Include image data directly in JSON payloads for APIs or configuration files.
Offline Applications
Build offline-capable apps that don't need to fetch images from external servers.
Email Templates
Ensure images display properly in emails by embedding them directly in the HTML.
💡 Image to Base64 FAQs
Base64 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme that represents binary data in an ASCII string format. It's commonly used to embed image data directly into HTML, CSS, or JSON files.
Base64-encoded images can be embedded directly in web pages, eliminating the need for separate image files. This reduces HTTP requests and can be useful for small images or when you need to include images in JSON data.
Absolutely. All processing happens directly in your browser - your images are never uploaded to any server. Your privacy is fully protected.
Our tool supports all common image formats including JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, and BMP. The resulting Base64 string will work in any modern browser.
You can use the Base64 string directly in HTML (src='data:image/png;base64,...'), CSS (background-image: url('data:image/png;base64,...')), or JavaScript. The string includes the appropriate data URI prefix.
While there's no hard limit, very large images may cause performance issues in the browser. For images over 5MB, consider compressing them first for better performance.