Your browser reads the file's raw bytes and writes them as Base64 text. Adding the prefix data:image/png;base64, makes a "data URI" that can be used directly as an <img src> or CSS url() without a separate file request.
Base64 is about 33% larger than the original file, so it is best for small images such as icons. The image never leaves your device.
Processed locally in your browser — your input is never uploaded.
What is Image to Base64?
Convert an image to a Base64 data URI. Your browser reads the file's raw bytes and writes them as Base64 text. Adding the prefix data:image/png;base64, makes a "data URI" that can be used directly as an <img src> or CSS url() without a separate file request.
Is Image to Base64 free to use?
Yes. Image to Base64 on DevCipher is completely free, with no sign-up, no limits and no ads.
Is my data safe when I use Image to Base64?
Yes. Everything runs locally in your browser. Your input is never uploaded to a server, and sensitive values such as keys and tokens are never saved.