URL Encoder/Decoder | Professional Web Tool

URL Encoder/Decoder

Encode and decode URLs instantly. Convert special characters to URL-safe format and vice versa.

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URL to Encode
Encoded URL

About URL Encoding

URL encoding converts characters into a format that can be transmitted over the Internet. It replaces unsafe ASCII characters with a "%" followed by two hexadecimal digits. Spaces are replaced with "+" or "%20".

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How to Use the URL Encoder/Decoder

1

Select Mode

Choose whether you want to encode or decode a URL:

  • Encode URL: Converts special characters to URL-safe format
  • Decode URL: Converts encoded characters back to their original form
2

Input Your URL

Enter the URL you want to process in the input field:

  • For encoding: Enter a standard URL with special characters
  • For decoding: Enter an encoded URL with % symbols

Tip: You can paste URLs from your clipboard directly into the input field.

3

Process the URL

Click the "Encode URL" or "Decode URL" button to process your input.

The tool will:

  • Encode: Convert special characters to %XX format
  • Decode: Convert %XX sequences back to original characters

Note: The conversion happens instantly and the result appears in the output field.

4

Use the Result

After processing, you can:

  • Copy the result to your clipboard
  • Download the result as a text file
  • Reset the tool to process another URL

Pro Tip: Use the copy button to quickly transfer the result to your code or application.

5

Advanced Usage

For advanced users:

  • The tool handles full URLs, query parameters, and fragments
  • It properly encodes/decodes all reserved and unsafe characters
  • Supports international characters (Unicode)
  • Works with any URL format (HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, etc.)
6

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues:

  • Ensure you've selected the correct mode (encode/decode)
  • Check that the URL is properly formatted
  • Verify that encoded URLs use proper %XX format
  • Use the reset button to clear all fields and start fresh
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