URL Encoder & Decoder

Encode special characters for use in URLs or decode URL-encoded strings. This tool helps web developers create valid URLs and troubleshoot encoding issues in web applications and APIs.

URL Input
Encoding Options
Encoding Type
Additional Options
Encoded URL

How to Use the URL Encoder & Decoder

  1. Choose the mode: Encode URL, Decode URL, or Parse URL.
  2. Type or paste your URL or text in the input area.
  3. For encoding, select the appropriate encoding options.
  4. Click the process button to encode, decode, or parse the URL.
  5. View the results in the output area or URL components section.
  6. Copy the processed URL to your clipboard as needed.

About URL Encoding

URL encoding, also known as percent-encoding, is a mechanism for encoding information in a Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) under certain circumstances. URL encoding is used when placing text in a query string to avoid it being interpreted as URL syntax, and to handle characters outside the ASCII set.

When to Use URL Encoding
  • Query Parameters: When adding parameters to a URL that contain special characters.
  • Form Submissions: When submitting form data via GET or POST methods.
  • API Requests: When making API calls that require URL parameters.
  • Internationalization: When URLs contain non-ASCII characters or Unicode.
  • Avoiding Conflicts: When using characters that have special meaning in URLs (like ?, &, =, #).
Characters That Need Encoding
  • Reserved Characters: : / ? # [ ] @ ! $ & ' ( ) * + , ; =
  • Unsafe Characters: Space, ", <, >, %, {, }, |, \, ^, `
  • Non-ASCII Characters: Characters outside the ASCII set (e.g., é, ñ, 漢)
  • Control Characters: ASCII characters 0-31 and 127
URL Encoding Examples
https://example.com/search?query=hello world
https://example.com/search?query=hello%20world
https://example.com/path?name=John&age=30&location=New York
https://example.com/path?name=John&age=30&location=New%20York
https://example.com/search?q=special chars: !@#$%^&*()
https://example.com/search?q=special%20chars%3A%20%21%40%23%24%25%5E%26%2A%28%29
https://example.com/path?title=Café & Restaurant
https://example.com/path?title=Caf%C3%A9%20%26%20Restaurant
All URL processing is done locally in your browser. Your URLs and data are never sent to any server, ensuring your privacy and security.

Common Use Cases

Professional Use

Perfect for developers, designers, and digital marketers who need quick results.

Education

Great for students and teachers for learning and verification.

Personal Projects

Simplify your personal tasks with this easy-to-use tool.

Everyday Tasks

Save time on routine calculations and conversions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Url Encoder Decoder is completely free to use. There are no hidden charges or subscriptions required.

Yes, your data is secure. All processing happens in your browser, and we do not store any of your input data on our servers.

Yes, Url Encoder Decoder is fully responsive and works perfectly on all devices, including smartphones and tablets.

Learn More About Url Encoder Decoder

A free online Url Encoder Decoder tool.

This tool is designed to be simple, fast, and effective. Whether you are a professional or just need a quick solution, Url Encoder Decoder is here to help. We continuously update our tools to ensure accuracy and better user experience.