Base64 Encoding
Base64 encoding converts binary data to ASCII text using 64 printable characters. It’s commonly used in web development for embedding data in HTML, CSS, and JSON.
Common Use Cases for Base64 Encoding
- Embedding images in HTML using data URIs
- Encoding binary attachments in email (MIME)
- Transmitting data through JSON APIs
- Storing binary data in text-based configuration files
- HTTP Basic Authentication headers