How HTML Entity Encoder & Decoder (< > & " ₹) Works & When to Use It
Escape unsafe HTML characters (`<`, `>`, `&`, `"`, `'`, `₹`) into safe HTML entities to prevent XSS or display code snippets inside blog posts, or decode entities back. Calculations and file processing run in this browser tab. The tool does not send working inputs or files to our hosting server.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Enter the labelled values or choose an example.
- Run the tool and review the result and its assumptions.
- Copy or download the result. Reset restores defaults; Undo restores the previous settings.
Worked Examples
| Scenario | Input Parameters | Example Output |
|---|---|---|
| Escape HTML Tag Snippet with ₹ Symbol | {"inputStr": "<div class=\"price\">Total: ₹499 & Tax</div>", "mode": "encode"} |
<div class="price">Total: ₹499 & Tax</div> |
| Decode "<div>Total: ₹499 & Tax</div>" | {"inputStr": "<div>Total: ₹499 & Tax</div>", "mode": "decode"} |
<div>Total: ₹499 & Tax</div> |
Formula, reference and effective date
- Reference Standard / Authority: WHATWG HTML5 Named Character References
- Applicable Period / Effective Date: 2025-2026
- Privacy & Execution Mode: Browser-Local Only (Zero Server Upload) (None (Pure Vanilla JS & Web Crypto))
Important Limitations & Edge Cases
Escapes XML/HTML reserved characters and non-ASCII symbols. Check the assumptions and output against your intended task before relying on the result.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is HTML Entity Encoder & Decoder (< > & " ₹) completely free to use without registration?
Yes. Every tool on Easy Tools Today is 100% free with no paywall, no sign-up, and no subscription required.
2. Are the numbers or files I enter uploaded to any server?
Calculations and file processing run in this browser tab. The tool does not send working inputs or files to our hosting server.
3. What should I check before using the result?
Check the assumptions and output against your intended task before relying on the result. Reference: WHATWG HTML5 Named Character References.