Image to Base64 Converter
Convert images to Base64 encoded strings and data URIs for inline HTML and CSS embedding. Upload an image, preview it, and copy ready-to-use code snippets in one click.
Free Online Image to Base64 Converter
The Image to Base64 Converter from PowerSEOTools.online lets you encode images as Base64 strings directly in your browser. This is especially useful when you want to embed small images directly into HTML, CSS or JSON without hosting separate files.
When to Use Base64 Images
Base64-encoded images are helpful in scenarios where you need everything bundled into a single file or where external image URLs are not practical:
- HTML emails: Embed logos and icons directly so they are less likely to be blocked.
- Single-file widgets or demos: Share a single HTML file that contains all assets inline.
- JSON or config files: Store small icons as data URIs in settings or design tokens.
- Prototyping: Quickly try out icons and images without managing file paths.
For large images and production websites, external image files with proper caching are usually better for performance than Base64.
Features of the Image to Base64 Converter
- Instant preview: See your uploaded image alongside file details and MIME type.
- Multiple output formats: Switch between raw Base64, data URIs, HTML <img> tags and CSS snippets.
- Line wrapping: Optional 76-character wrapping for email and MIME compatibility.
- Stats & size estimates: Compare original size to Base64 size and character count.
- Copy & download: Copy output with one click or download it as a .txt file.
How to Use the Tool
- Upload an image by dragging it into the dropzone or clicking Select Image.
- Wait a moment while the tool generates a Base64 data URI in your browser.
- Choose your desired output format (data URI, raw Base64, HTML or CSS).
- Enable line wrapping if you need email-friendly Base64 output.
- Click Copy to copy the generated code or Download to save it.
Privacy-Friendly and Local Only
All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScriptβs FileReader API. Your images are never uploaded or sent to any server. This makes the tool safe to use for private, client or internal assets.