Image Base64

Base64 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme that is commonly used to represent binary data, such as images. To convert image into base64 image format that can be use in CSS background property or IMG source attribute.

CSS Code

div {
 background-image:url('data:image/png;base64ImageCode');
}

IMG Code

<img src='data:image/png;base64ImageCode' />

You can use Base64-encoded image data in various scenarios in web development, including:

HTML Images: You can directly embed Base64-encoded images in your HTML code using the <img> tag's src attribute.

CSS Background Images: Base64-encoded images can be used as background images in CSS styles.

Inline CSS: You can include Base64-encoded images directly in your CSS code using the background-image property.

JavaScript: You can use Base64-encoded images in JavaScript to dynamically update image sources or for other purposes.

Data URLs: Base64-encoded images can be used as data URLs in various contexts, such as inline styles or JavaScript.

Emails: Base64-encoded images can be used in email signatures or templates, allowing images to be displayed without requiring separate attachments.

API Responses: When working with APIs, you might receive or send images as Base64-encoded data.

Canvas: Base64-encoded images can be used with the HTML5 <canvas> element.

Mobile Apps: Base64-encoded images can be used in mobile app development, especially in cases where direct image file access is not feasible.

Using Base64-encoded images can simplify image handling and reduce the number of HTTP requests, potentially improving website performance. However, keep in mind that Base64-encoded images can increase the overall size of your HTML or CSS files, which might impact page loading times. It's essential to strike a balance between the benefits of reduced server requests and the potential impact on page load speed.