Image to Base64 Encoder

A modern web application that converts images to base64 encoded strings and vice versa. Built with React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS.

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🚀 Features

• Convert images to base64 strings through file upload or URL
• History tracking of recent conversions
• Copy encoded text with one click
• Dark/Light mode support
• Responsive design
• Local storage persistence

🎯 Use Cases

AI Development

• Embed images directly in API requests to AI models
• Test and debug image-related AI features
• Create self-contained datasets with embedded images
• Prototype AI applications without setting up image storage

Web Development

• Embed small images directly in CSS/HTML
• Create data URIs for efficient asset delivery
• Debug image processing workflows
• Test image upload functionality

Data Integration

• Transfer images through text-based APIs
• Store images in JSON documents
• Create portable, self-contained data structures
• Implement clipboard image handling

💡 Why Base64?

Base64 encoding converts binary image data into ASCII text, making it possible to:

• Include images directly in code or JSON
• Transfer images through text-only channels
• Store images in databases that don't support binary data
• Avoid cross-origin resource sharing (CORS) issues

🔧 Technical Details

The encoder:

• Supports PNG, JPG, and GIF formats
• Preserves image metadata
• Implements efficient memory handling
• Provides instant preview

Usage

Feel free to fork, extend or utilize with credits to the source.