Image to Base64 Converter - Encode Image Online
Encode image files to Base64 strings instantly. Fast, free online image to data URI converter.
PNG, JPEG, GIF, SVG, WebP
Base64 Output
Image to Base64 Converter
Convert any image file (PNG, JPG, SVG, GIF) into a Base64 encoded string. Useful for embedding images directly into HTML, CSS, or JSON payloads.
How to Use It
Upload an image and the tool instantly generates its Base64-encoded string, ready to copy and embed.
Example
A small icon converts to a string like data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgo... — paste this directly into an <img src> or CSS background-image to embed it inline.
Common Use Cases
- Embedding small icons or images directly in HTML/CSS without extra HTTP requests.
- Including image data in a JSON API payload.
FAQs
Should I Base64-encode large images?
Generally no — Base64 encoding increases file size by about 33%, so it's best suited for small icons and images, not large photos.