Text to Binary Translator
Text and binary, both directions
Convert any text into its binary representation, one space-separated group per character, or paste binary to turn it back into readable text. Each character is encoded from its Unicode code point, so ordinary letters come out as the familiar eight-bit groups while emoji and accented characters are handled correctly too, rather than being mangled.
It is mostly used for learning how computers store text, for puzzles and for novelty messages. Everything is translated in your browser. For other encodings, developers may want a Base64 or hex tool instead.
Frequently asked questions
Is the binary translator free?
Yes. It is completely free with no sign-up and nothing to install. It runs entirely in your browser.
Is my text uploaded anywhere?
No. Everything is processed locally in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing you type or paste is sent to or stored on our servers.