Base58 Encoder
Encoders & DecodersEncode data into the Base58 format used in Bitcoin.
About This Tool
Convert text into Base58 encoding. Base58 excludes visually similar characters (like 0, O, I, l) to prevent human errors in copying addresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Base58 is a binary-to-text encoding scheme used in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin to represent large numbers as alphanumeric strings while avoiding confusing characters.
Base58 excludes 0 (zero), O (capital o), I (capital i), and l (lower case L) because they look too similar in many fonts and lead to user error.
Yes, Base58 is the primary encoding for Bitcoin and Ripple addresses because it results in shorter strings that are safe for humans to copy and paste.
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