Text to Binary Translator

How to use it

1. 1

   Pick a direction

   Choose text to binary to encode, or binary to text to decode.

2. 2

   Paste your input

   Type or paste your text, or paste binary as space-separated bytes or one long run of bits.

3. 3

   Copy the result

   The converted output updates as you type. Copy it straight out.

When it comes in handy

Frequently asked questions

How is text turned into binary?

Each character is converted to its numeric code in UTF-8, and each byte of that code is written as eight binary digits. Plain English letters and digits take one byte each, while accented letters, emoji and other symbols can take several bytes, so the binary for them is longer. Bytes are separated by spaces so the output stays readable.

What binary format can I decode?

You can paste binary as space-separated groups, which is the safest format, or as one continuous run of bits whose length is a multiple of eight. The decoder reads each byte, rebuilds the original characters and shows a clear message if a group is not valid binary or does not form valid text.

Why are spaces between bytes helpful?

Splitting binary into eight-digit groups separated by spaces makes it readable and lets the tool decode it without guessing where one byte ends and the next begins. An unbroken string still works as long as its length is a multiple of eight, but spaced bytes are easier to check by eye.

Is my text sent to a server?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser. Your text is read and processed on your own device, nothing is uploaded, and nothing is logged or stored. Once the page has loaded, it keeps working even if you go offline.