base64.b64encode()

Encoding

Encodes bytes to a Base64-encoded bytes object.

Signature

base64.b64encode(s)

Returns

bytes

Example

import base64
encoded = base64.b64encode(b'Hello, World!')
print(encoded)  # b'SGVsbG8sIFdvcmxkIQ=='
decoded = base64.b64decode(encoded)
print(decoded)  # b'Hello, World!'

About base64.b64encode()

base64.b64encode is a Python encoding function with the signature base64.b64encode(s). Encodes bytes to a Base64-encoded bytes object. It returns a value of type bytes.

Python provides a rich set of built-in functions and standard library modules that cover common programming tasks. Understanding these functions helps you write more idiomatic, efficient Python code. The base64.b64encodefunction is commonly used in data processing, web development, scripting, and automation tasks.

When working with base64.b64encode(), consider edge cases like empty inputs, None values, and type mismatches. Python's duck typing means many built-in functions work with any object that implements the required protocol (e.g., __len__ for len(), __iter__ for iteration). This flexibility is a key strength of Python's design philosophy.

Related Functions

base64.b64decode()hashlib.sha256()bytes()str()