Base64 to Image Decoder

Understanding Base64 to Image Decoding

Base64 is an encoding scheme used to represent binary data (like images) in an ASCII string format. This is often done to embed images directly into code (HTML, CSS, JSON) or transmit them over media that are typically text-based. A Base64 to Image Decoder tool reverses this process, taking the Base64 string and converting it back into its original image format.

How Does This Tool Work?

Our Base64 to Image Decoder simplifies the conversion process:

• Input: Paste the complete Base64 string representing your image into the text area above. This string might start with a prefix like data:image/png;base64,.
• Decoding: Click the "Decode Image" button. The tool's JavaScript will interpret the Base64 data.
• Preview: If the Base64 string is valid image data, a preview of the image will be displayed.
• Download: Once the preview is shown, you can click the "Download Image" button to save the image file to your device. The tool attempts to determine the correct file type (e.g., PNG, JPEG, GIF) from the Base64 prefix.

Why Use a Base64 to Image Decoder?

• Extract images embedded in web pages or data files.
• Verify the content of a Base64 string you received.
• Quickly view an image without needing to save it first if it's in Base64 format.
• Convert Base64 data URIs back into downloadable image files.

This free online Base64 to Image Decoder provides a quick, easy, and secure way to handle Base64 image data directly in your browser. No uploads are required, ensuring your data remains private.