How to Encode or Decode URLs
Select your desired mode (Encode or Decode) via the tabs. Paste your URL or query string into the input area. The tool will instantly convert special characters and display the result below, ready to be copied.
FAQs
What is URL Encoding?
URLs can only be sent over the Internet using the ASCII character-set. URL encoding (percent-encoding) converts non-ASCII characters or unsafe characters (like spaces, & or =) into a universally supported format, usually a '%' followed by two hexadecimal digits.
When should I encode a URL?
You should encode URLs whenever you are passing data via a URL query string (like a search term, a callback URL, or an email). Unencoded spaces or special characters will cause the web server to misinterpret the link.
How is a space encoded?
A space in a URL is typically encoded as '%20', though in some query contexts it may be encoded as a plus sign '+'.
Key Benefits
- Encode standard URLs and text
- Decode percent-encoded paths
- Real-time parsing and output
- One-click copy to clipboard
- 100% private, no server calls
- Essential for web developers