Binary to Text Converter
FreeConvert binary code (0s and 1s) to readable text instantly.
Enter 8-bit binary bytes separated by spaces, commas, or newlines
Common Binary Values
About Binary to Text Conversion
Binary is the fundamental language of computers, using only 0s and 1s. Each character is represented by 8 bits (1 byte) in standard ASCII encoding. This tool converts binary sequences back to readable text. For example, "01001000 01101001" converts to "Hi". Make sure each byte is exactly 8 bits for accurate conversion.
How to Use the Binary to Text Converter
- Enter your binary code in the input area
- Separate each 8-bit byte with spaces, commas, or newlines
- The decoded text appears automatically as you type
- Copy the result to use elsewhere
Features
- Real-time binary decoding
- Multiple separator support
- Input validation with error messages
- ASCII reference table
- Sample data to test with
- 100% client-side processing
What is Binary Code?
Binary is a base-2 numeral system that uses only two digits: 0 and 1. It's the fundamental language of computers because electronic circuits can easily represent two states (on/off, high/low voltage).
In ASCII encoding, each character is represented by 8 bits (1 byte). For example:
- "A" = 01000001 (decimal 65)
- "a" = 01100001 (decimal 97)
- "0" = 00110000 (decimal 48)
- Space = 00100000 (decimal 32)
Common Use Cases
- Learning: Understanding how computers store text
- Puzzles: Decoding binary messages in games and CTFs
- Programming: Debugging binary data representations
- Data analysis: Reading raw binary file contents
- Education: Teaching computer science fundamentals
Input Format Tips
Space-separated: 01001000 01101001 (most common)
Comma-separated: 01001000,01101001
Newline-separated: Each byte on its own line
Important: Each byte must be exactly 8 bits. If your binary has fewer digits, pad it with leading zeros (e.g., 1000001 should be 01000001).