Binary Encode
Convert text to binary (0s and 1s)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does binary encoding work?
This tool converts each character in your text to its ASCII value, then converts that decimal number to 8-bit binary. For example, 'H' has ASCII value 72, which is 01001000 in binary.
Why is each binary number 8 bits long?
Each character is represented using 8 bits (1 byte) to accommodate the full range of ASCII characters (0-255). The "padStart(8, '0')" function ensures each binary number has exactly 8 digits.
What is binary used for?
Binary is the fundamental language of computers. All data in computers is stored as binary (0s and 1s). Binary encoding is used in computer science education, data transmission, and low-level programming.
Can I decode the binary back to text?
Yes, you can use our Binary Decode tool to convert the binary output back to readable text. Each 8-bit binary number corresponds to one character.