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HTML Entity Decoder

Decode named, decimal and hex HTML entities (&, ©, 😀) back into readable characters.

Runs in your browser
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About the HTML Entity Decoder

Turn <p> and "quoted" text from feeds, databases and scraped pages back into normal characters. The full HTML5 entity list (over 2,000 names) is supported, along with decimal and hexadecimal references. It runs instantly in your browser, even for large documents.

How to use it

  1. Paste text containing entities.
  2. Copy the decoded output.

Good to know

  • Decoded output may contain HTML tags; don't insert it into a page without escaping or sanitizing.

Frequently asked questions

Why do I see &?

The text was escaped twice. Decode it twice using “Reuse”.

Are emoji entities supported?

Yes, e.g. 😀 becomes 😀.

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