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Data URI Converter

Convert text, images, and other content to/from Data URIs for inline embedding in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Quick Examples

Usage Tips

Small Files Only
Keep Data URIs under 10KB for best performance
Base64 vs Percent
Use base64 for binary data, percent for readable text
Browser Support
All modern browsers support Data URIs up to 32MB

Content to Encode

Syntax: text

Output

Output will appear here

How It Works

Input Your Data

Paste, type, or upload your data directly into the data uri converter. All processing happens locally in your browser for complete privacy and security.

Configure Options

Customize the tool settings to match your specific needs. Real-time processing with instant validation and error detection.

Process Instantly

Click the process button or enable auto-processing for real-time results. Lightning-fast performance with immediate feedback and validation.

Export Results

Copy results to clipboard, download as files, or share with others. Multiple export formats available for maximum compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Data URI and when should I use it?
A Data URI embeds file content directly in a URL using the data: scheme. Use it for small files (< 10KB) to reduce HTTP requests, create self-contained documents, or embed resources inline.
What's the difference between base64 and percent encoding?
Base64 is more compact for binary data and images, while percent encoding is human-readable for text. Base64 increases size by ~33%, while percent encoding varies based on special characters.
Why does my Data URI make the file larger?
Data URIs have encoding overhead. Base64 adds ~33% size, plus MIME type headers. For small files, this is acceptable to avoid HTTP requests, but large files should use separate URLs.
How does MIME type auto-detection work?
The tool analyzes content patterns: JSON structure, HTML/XML tags, CSS syntax, JavaScript keywords, and binary signatures for images. Manual override is available for accuracy.
Are there size limits for Data URIs?
Browsers typically support 2-32MB Data URIs, but performance degrades significantly above 100KB. Keep Data URIs small (< 10KB) for best practices and avoid them for large media files.

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