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Base32 Encode / Decode

Encoding & Decoding

Encode text to Base32 or decode Base32 back to text using the RFC 4648 alphabet.

Input

Result

How to use

Encoding and decoding Base32

Press Encode to turn text into Base32, or Decode to convert Base32 back to text. Padding characters are added automatically.

  1. Paste text or Base32 into the input editor.
  2. Press Encode or Decode.
  3. Copy the result.

Frequently asked questions

Which alphabet is used?

The standard RFC 4648 alphabet A-Z and 2-7, the one used by most APIs and TOTP secrets.

Is Base32 encryption?

No, it is only an encoding. Use AES encryption if you need confidentiality.