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About Image to Base64
Image to Base64 turns a picture into text. Use it to embed small images directly into HTML, CSS, emails or JSON.
Read the guide: How to Convert an Image to Base64 and Use It in HTML or CSS →
Tips for best results
- Base64 makes data about a third bigger.
- Use it for small icons, not large photos.
- Compress the picture first for shorter text.
How to use Image to Base64
- 1
Add a picture
Choose an image up to 10 MB.
- 2
Pick a format
Data URL, Base64 only, an HTML img tag or a CSS background.
- 3
Copy
Paste the text where you need it.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use it?
For tiny images that you want inside a page without another file request.
Is my picture uploaded?
No. Your file is opened inside your browser, so it stays on your own phone or computer and is not sent to our servers.