Embedding a small image directly into HTML or CSS as a Base64 data URI avoids an extra network request, which can help for tiny icons or when you need a fully self-contained file. This tool converts any image you select into that Base64-encoded string, ready to paste as a src or background-image value.
Keep in mind Base64 encoding increases the effective file size by roughly a third, so it's best suited to small images rather than large photos.
Because everything runs locally in your browser, results appear instantly and nothing you type or upload is ever sent to a server.
Bookmark this page if you expect to use this tool regularly — it loads fast and behaves the same way every time, with no account needed.
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This page works the same way on a phone, tablet, or desktop browser, so switching devices doesn't mean relearning a different interface.
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Unlike a heavier desktop application, there's nothing to download, update, or configure before you can start using this tool.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use this instead of a normal image file?
It's most useful for small, frequently reused icons or when you specifically need a single self-contained HTML/CSS file with no external requests.
Does the image get uploaded anywhere?
No, the conversion happens locally using the FileReader API in your browser.