Base58 Converter
Note: Used commonly in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Excludes readable characters like 0, O, I, l.
What is Base58 Encoding?
Base58 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme used primarily in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. It is similar to Base64 but intentionally removes non-alphanumeric characters (like `/` and `+`) and ambiguous characters that look alike (0, O, I, l) to make strings easier for humans to read and verify.
When Satochi Nakamoto designed Bitcoin addresses, he wanted them to be copy-pasteable and readable. Standard Base64 includes confusing characters. Base58 solves this by using a specific alphabet of 58 distinct characters.
Use this tool to encode text into Base58 or decode it back. It uses the standard Bitcoin alphabet (1-9, A-Z, a-z excluding ambiguities).
1How to Use
- Select Mode: Toggle between 'Encode' and 'Decode' using the top buttons.
- Enter Data: Type your text or paste a Base58 string.
- Auto-Process: The tool converts your input in real-time as you type.
- Review Output: Check the result in the right/bottom panel.
- Copy: Select and copy the output string.
★Key Features
- Bitcoin Standard: Uses the standard BTC Base58 alphabet.
- Ambiguity Free: No 0 (Zero), O (Capital o), I (Capital i), or l (Lower L).
- Real-Time Conversion: Updates instantly without needing a submit button.
- Error Resilience: If valid text is entered, it produces a valid hash representation.
- Client-Side Only: Your private keys or data never leave your browser.