Indoweb to Unicode Converter
Convert Tamil text from Indoweb encoding to Unicode format instantly and for free.
About Indoweb to Unicode Conversion
This free online tool converts Tamil text from Indoweb encoding to Unicode encoding instantly. Simply paste your Indoweb text in the left panel and see the converted Unicode output on the right.
What is Indoweb?
Indoweb encoding was designed for early Tamil websites and web-based applications before Unicode web support became standard.
History
Indoweb was created in the late 1990s to enable Tamil content on the early World Wide Web when browsers lacked proper Unicode support.
Usage
Indoweb encoding is found on older Tamil websites and in web archives from the early internet era. Many sites have since migrated to Unicode.
Characteristics
Indoweb uses ASCII-based encoding that could be transmitted over HTTP without encoding issues common in that era.
What is Unicode?
Unicode is the universal character encoding standard that provides a unique number for every character across all writing systems. For Tamil, Unicode range U+0B80–U+0BFF contains all Tamil characters.
History
Unicode was first published in 1991 by the Unicode Consortium. Tamil was included in the initial Unicode 1.0 release, making it one of the first Indic scripts to be encoded. The standard has evolved to include additional Tamil characters and symbols over subsequent versions.
Usage
Unicode Tamil is now the standard for all modern computing, web pages, mobile devices, and digital communications. It ensures Tamil text displays correctly across different platforms, browsers, and applications without font dependencies.
Why Convert from Indoweb to Unicode?
Converting from Indoweb to Unicode is essential for modern compatibility. Unicode is the universal standard for text encoding, supported by all modern operating systems, web browsers, and applications.
- Universal Compatibility: Unicode text displays correctly on any device without special fonts.
- Web Standards: Modern websites and applications require Unicode for proper Tamil text rendering.
- Search & Accessibility: Unicode text can be indexed by search engines and read by screen readers.
- Future-Proof: Unicode is the long-term standard for digital text preservation.
How to Use This Converter
- Paste or type your Indoweb text in the left text area.
- The converted Unicode text will appear automatically in the right panel.
- Click "Copy to clipboard" to copy the converted text.
- Use the swap button (↔) to reverse the conversion direction.
- Click on the encoding dropdowns to select different source or target encodings.
Character Map: Indoweb ↔ Unicode
Reference table showing how Indoweb characters correspond to Unicode Tamil characters. This mapping enables accurate conversion between Indoweb encoded text and the universal Unicode standard used by modern devices and applications.