About HTML Entity Encoder/Decoder
Convert special characters to HTML entities and vice versa. Supports named, numeric, and hex formats. Essential for HTML content handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are HTML entities?
HTML entities are special sequences that represent characters that have special meaning in HTML, like < (<), > (>), and & (&). They prevent browsers from interpreting these as HTML code.
When should I use HTML entities?
Use HTML entities when displaying user-generated content, code snippets, or any text that might contain characters that could be interpreted as HTML. This prevents XSS vulnerabilities.
What is the difference between named and numeric entities?
Named entities use readable names like & or ©. Numeric entities use decimal (&) or hex (&) codes. Numeric entities work for any character, named only for defined ones.