base64 ☆
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Description:
Encode and decode base64 files
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.5@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: encoding decoding utility data-conversion base64
Install: brew install base64
About:
Base64 is a command-line utility for encoding and decoding files using the Base64 representation of binary data. It provides a robust implementation of the Base64 algorithm, essential for safely transmitting binary data over text-only protocols like email or HTTP. The tool is a reliable standard component for data conversion tasks.
Key Features:
  • Encodes binary data to 7-bit ASCII text
  • Decodes Base64 text back to original binary format
  • Handles file I/O efficiently from standard streams or files
  • Lightweight and adheres to RFC 4648 standards
Use Cases:
  • Preparing binary attachments for email transmission
  • Encoding API keys or credentials for configuration files
  • Decoding data received from web services or encoded strings
Alternatives:
  • openssl base64 – Part of the OpenSSL suite; offers similar functionality but is a larger dependency.
  • GNU coreutils base64 – Standard on Linux systems; this package provides the classic implementation often found on BSD/macOS.
License: LicenseRef-Homebrew-public-domain
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, arm64_big_sur, sonoma, ventura, monterey, big_sur, catalina, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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Sep 13, 2025 11:45am 0 VERSION_BUMP 9a61f154
Sep 11, 2024 5:02am 0 VERSION_BUMP b50b02e0
Sep 30, 2023 4:01am 0 VERSION_BUMP b45f69a9
Nov 21, 2022 10:56am 0 VERSION_BUMP 6681bb49
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