Base32 String Tool

Paste text to encode to Base32, or paste Base32 to decode back to original text.

Encode Decode

Enter text on the left and click Convert to begin.

How to use

What is Base32 used for in practice?

Base32 is used in TOTP two-factor authentication seeds, some DNS record types, and case-insensitive data encoding.

How does Base32 differ from Base64?

Base32 uses 32 characters (A-Z and 2-7), producing longer output but being more human-readable and case-insensitive.

Does Base32 output always end with equals signs?

Padding equals signs appear when the input length is not a multiple of 5 bytes, aligning the output to 8-character groups.

Is Base32 a form of encryption?

No. Base32 is encoding, not encryption. Anyone can decode it without a key.