Text to Binary Converter
Convert text to binary and decode binary back to text instantly.
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⚙️ How It Works
Type text to convert it into binary using 8, 16, or 32-bit encoding. You can also paste binary to instantly decode it back into text. Everything runs locally in your browser.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert text to binary?
Enter your text and the tool instantly converts each character into its binary representation using the selected bit width.
Can I convert binary back to text?
Yes. Paste a binary string into the output field, and it will automatically decode into readable text.
What is 8-bit vs 16-bit vs 32-bit?
Bit width determines how many binary digits are used per character. 8-bit is standard for ASCII, while 16-bit and 32-bit support larger Unicode values.
Why are binary values padded with zeros?
Binary values are padded to maintain consistent bit lengths, which is required for proper encoding and decoding.
What separators can I use?
You can separate binary values with spaces, dashes, or no separator depending on your use case.
Does this support Unicode characters?
Yes. It uses JavaScript character encoding, so it can handle most Unicode characters, though multi-byte characters may produce longer binary output.
Does this tool work offline?
Yes. Once loaded or installed as a PWA, it works entirely offline.
Is my data private?
Yes. All conversions happen locally in your browser with no data sent to a server.
Does the Text to Binary Converter work offline?
Yes, the Text to Binary Converter is fully functional offline. Because this tool runs entirely in your browser, no data is ever uploaded to external servers. Once the page is loaded, you can seamlessly continue using it without an active internet connection. You can also install Knicknaks as a Progressive Web App (PWA) for native-like offline access.