How it works
How to use the XML Escape
Paste text
Paste the raw text you want to escape.
Pick options
Choose whether to add surrounding quotes or escape non-ASCII characters (where relevant).
Copy the result
Use Swap to go the other direction.
What gets escaped
For XML, the five predefined entities: & < > " and '. Use it before putting text into XML elements or attributes.
Built for developers
Why developers use it
Private by design
Runs 100% in your browser. Nothing you paste is uploaded, logged or stored on a server.
Instant results
Output updates as you type, with precise error locations when something is wrong.
Works offline
Once loaded, the tool keeps working without a connection. Install it as an app if you like.
Free, no sign-up
No accounts, no limits, no watermarks.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between escaping and encoding?
Escaping adds backslashes or entities so special characters are treated as text inside a specific language. Encoding (like Base64 or URL encoding) transforms the whole text into a different representation.
Is my data uploaded anywhere?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser — nothing you paste or open is sent to a server, logged or stored. The tool keeps working offline once the page has loaded.
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