HTML Entity Decoder – Convert HTML Entities to Text
Decode named, numeric, and hex HTML entities to readable characters for web scraping, exports, or plain-text workflows.
HTML Entity Decoder
Decode HTML entities to readable text
Encoded HTML Entity will appear here
Example Inputs
<div class="container">Hello, World!</div>
<div>Hello</div>
"Quotes" & <Brackets> are © special
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› About this tool · FAQ
Decode HTML entities into readable text characters, supporting named entities, numeric codes, and hexadecimal values with comprehensive validation.
What types of HTML entities can be decoded?
The tool supports named entities (&, <), numeric entities (©), and hexadecimal entities (©) covering common symbols, characters, and Unicode ranges.
How does the tool handle unknown or invalid entities?
Unknown entities can either be preserved as-is or removed, depending on your configuration. The tool will report all unknown entities found during processing.
Can it validate the HTML structure after decoding?
Yes, the tool can optionally validate the decoded content for proper HTML structure and detect potentially dangerous patterns like XSS attempts.
What output formats are supported?
You can output as plain text, HTML-escaped text for display, or JavaScript-escaped text for use in code. Each format serves different use cases.
Does it handle Unicode characters properly?
Yes, the tool properly handles Unicode characters through numeric and hexadecimal entities, supporting the full Unicode range including emojis and special symbols.