URL Encode Decode
Dealing with special characters in URLs? Our URL Encode Decode tool handles percent-encoding and decoding for all your web development needs.
What Is
URL encoding converts characters into a format that can be safely transmitted over the internet by replacing unsafe characters with a percent sign followed by two hexadecimal digits.
How to Use
- Type or paste a URL or string into the input field
- Click Encode to percent-encode special characters
- Click Decode to convert encoded URLs back to readable text
- The result is displayed instantly
- Copy the encoded or decoded result for your use
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Frequently Asked Questions
What characters need URL encoding?
Characters like spaces (converted to %20), question marks, ampersands, slashes, and non-ASCII characters need encoding in URLs.
Why is URL encoding important?
It ensures that URLs are valid and that special characters in query parameters are not misinterpreted by web servers.
What is percent-encoding?
Percent-encoding replaces unsafe characters with % followed by their ASCII hex code. For example, a space becomes %20.
Can I encode an entire URL?
Yes, but be careful not to double-encode already encoded URLs. The tool provides options for different encoding levels.
Is URL encoding the same everywhere?
The basic encoding scheme is standard, but some web frameworks may encode certain characters differently.