URL Encoder/Decoder
Encode special characters in URLs and decode percent-encoded strings back to normal text. Handles full URLs or individual components. Essential for working with query parameters and form data.
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How to Use This Tool
- Select 'Encode' to convert a URL to percent-encoded format, or 'Decode' to decode it back.
- Paste your URL or encoded string into the input field.
- View the result instantly in the output panel.
- Copy the encoded or decoded URL to your clipboard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is URL encoding?
URL encoding (also called percent-encoding) converts special characters in URLs into a format that can be safely transmitted over the internet. Characters like spaces, ampersands, and equals signs are converted to %XX format.
When should I use URL encoding?
URL encoding is needed when passing special characters in query strings, form data, or API requests. It ensures that characters like &, =, ?, and spaces don't break the URL structure.
What characters get encoded?
Reserved characters (? & = # +), unsafe characters (spaces, angle brackets, quotes, curly braces, pipes, backslashes, carets, tildes, square brackets), and non-ASCII characters (like accented letters or Chinese characters) are all encoded.
Does this tool handle full URLs with query strings?
Yes. You can encode or decode complete URLs including query parameters and fragments. The tool properly handles all special characters throughout the entire URL.
Why do I need to URL encode my text?
URL encoding converts special characters into a format that can be safely transmitted in URLs. Characters like spaces, ampersands, and question marks have special meanings in URLs and must be encoded to prevent errors.