URL Encoder/Decoder
Free online URL encoder and decoder. Convert special characters to percent-encoding and back for safe use in URLs, query strings, and API parameters.
How to use
- Choose Encode or Decode
- Paste your URL or text
- See result instantly
Features
- Percent-encoding (RFC 3986)
- Instant bidirectional conversion
- Safe for query strings
- Unicode support
Frequently Asked Questions
What is URL encoding?
URL encoding replaces special characters (like spaces, &, =) with percent-encoded equivalents (%20, %26, %3D) so they can be safely transmitted in URLs.
When should I URL-encode text?
Whenever you include user input, special characters, or non-ASCII text in URLs, query parameters, form data, or API requests.
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