Complete guide to using HTML Escape / Unescape — a free online tool by akousa.net.
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HTML escaping converts special characters like '<', >, &, ", and ' into their HTML entity equivalents (<, >, &, ", ') so they render as literal text rather than being interpreted as HTML markup. This is essential for safely displaying user-generated content and preventing cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
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Paste your text and click "Escape" to convert special characters to HTML entities, or paste HTML-encoded text and click "Unescape" to revert them back to the original characters. Copy the result with one click.
HTML Escape / Unescape is a free, browser-based tool that runs entirely on your device — no signup, no uploads, and no tracking. Built for speed and privacy, it gives you instant results without leaving the page.
Developers, designers, students, and everyday users rely on this tool for quick, accurate results. It's especially popular among people who need a reliable utility without installing software or signing up for an account.
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| Price | Free forever | Often paid or freemium |
| Privacy | Runs in your browser | Data sent to servers |
| Signup | Not required | Account often required |
| Ads & tracking | None | Ads and trackers common |
| Usage limits | Unlimited | Daily or file-size limits |
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