Passing base64 encoded strings in URL

Question

Is it safe to pass raw base64 encoded strings via GET parameters?

Answer 1

In theory, yes, as long as you don't exceed the maximum url and/oor query string length for the client or server.

In practice, things can get a bit trickier. For example, it can trigger an HttpRequestValidationException on ASP.NET if the value happens to contain an "on" and you leave in the trailing "==".