Encoding Converter to UTF-8
Select your files, choose the source encoding, and download the UTF-8 version.
Source encoding
Pick the encoding the text or files were originally in.
Paste garbled text
Paste text that shows mojibake (e.g. "PatrÃcia").
Repaired text
Converted to proper UTF-8, updated as you type.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is character encoding?
A set of rules mapping text to bytes. UTF-8 is the modern universal standard.
Why convert to UTF-8?
To prevent corrupted characters (mojibake) on modern systems.
Are my files sent to the server?
No. All processing is done locally in your browser.