Base64

Base64 is a method for encoding binary data into a text format using a set of 64 different characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9, +, and /). This encoding allows binary data, like images or files, to be transmitted over text-based protocols such as email or hypertext. By converting it into a text format, Base64 ensures that the data remains intact without interference from systems that may not handle binary well. The result is a longer string of text that can be easily shared and decoded back into its original binary form by the recipient.