Text to Binary Converter
Convert text to binary and binary back to text.
Binary
01001000 01101001
Encode each character to 8-bit binary, or decode binary into text.
What is a Text to Binary Converter?
A text to binary converter translates readable characters into the 0s and 1s computers use — and back again. Fontily encodes each character as an 8-bit binary value and can decode binary back into text instantly, making it handy for learning, debugging and puzzles.
Features
- Two-way conversion — text to binary and binary to text.
- Standard 8-bit encoding with space-separated bytes.
- Instant output as you type.
- One-click copy of the result.
- Free and private — runs in your browser.
How to Use the Text to Binary Converter
- Choose a mode: Text to Binary, or Binary to Text.
- Type or paste your input.
- The converted output appears immediately.
- Copy the binary — or the decoded text — and use it anywhere.
Benefits
Seeing how text maps to binary makes computer fundamentals click. The converter helps students understand character encoding, lets developers sanity-check data, and powers fun "secret code" messages — all without manual bit math.
Use Cases
- Learning ASCII and binary encoding.
- Computer science lessons and homework.
- Debugging and data inspection.
- Hidden binary messages and puzzles.
Conclusion
Fontily's Text to Binary Converter turns words into binary and back in an instant. Enter your text or binary above, copy the result, and use it however you like — free, private and instant.
Frequently asked questions
Each character is converted to its ASCII/Unicode number, then written as an 8-bit binary value (a string of 0s and 1s). Spaces separate each byte.