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HTML Entity Decoder
Decode HTML entities into readable text characters, supporting named entities, numeric codes, and hexadecimal values with comprehensive validation.
How It Works
Privacy First
This html entity decoder processes your data entirely in your browser. No data is uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.
Lightning Fast
Instant processing with real-time validation and error detection. No waiting, no delays - just immediate results.
Versatile Use Cases
- Converting HTML-encoded content to readable text
- Processing scraped web content with encoded entities
- Cleaning up HTML entity-encoded strings in databases
Mobile Friendly
Responsive design that works perfectly on all devices and screen sizes. Touch-friendly interface for mobile users.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.