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HTML Entity Encoder

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Convert special characters to safe HTML entities.

About this tool

HTML Entity Encoder — Convert special characters to safe HTML entities. Free, fast and private. Runs entirely in your browser at Quick Calci Tools.

Examples

Common scenarios for the HTML Entity Encoder.

Ampersand in company name

text
Smith & Co.

Smith & Co.

Code snippet in attribute

text
<a href="#">

Entities so the attribute does not break.

Unicode arrow

text
→

Numeric &#8594; or literal per chosen mode.

Who uses the HTML Entity Encoder?

Common scenarios and audiences for this tool.

Template authors

Embed sample code in docs without executing it.

Email coders

Escape text parts merged into table-based layouts.

CMS editors

Insert raw snippets into WYSIWYG source mode safely.

Students

Learn why angle brackets need escaping.

Localisers

Handle languages with ampersands in brand names.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the HTML Entity Encoder.