URL Encoder/Decoder
Our free URL Encoder/Decoder helps you encode or decode URLs, query strings, and special characters for safe use in web addresses!
How to Use
- Enter text — Type or paste your URL, query string, or text into the input area.
- Encode or Decode — Click "Encode" to convert special characters, or "Decode" to convert them back.
- Copy the result — Use "Copy" to copy the encoded or decoded text to your clipboard.
Why URL Encoding Matters
- • Safe transmission: Ensures special characters and spaces are properly handled in URLs.
- • Query strings: Safely pass parameters with spaces and special characters in URLs.
- • API requests: Encode data for safe use in API endpoints and query parameters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is URL encoding?
URL encoding (also called percent encoding) converts special characters into a format that can be safely transmitted over the internet. Characters are replaced with a "%" followed by two hexadecimal digits.
Why do I need to encode URLs?
URLs can only contain a limited set of characters (letters, numbers, and a few special characters like -, ., _, ~). Encoding ensures spaces, non-ASCII characters, and special symbols are properly represented so they don't break the URL.
Is my URL stored or sent to a server?
No. All encoding and decoding happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your URL or text never leaves your device, and no data is sent to our servers.