URL ENCODER / DECODER
Encode special characters in URLs or decode URL-encoded strings. Essential for web development and API integration.
Operation
What is URL Encoding?
URL Encoding (also known as Percent Encoding) is a method of encoding special characters in URLs using a "%" symbol followed by two hexadecimal digits. This ensures URLs are properly transmitted over the internet.
For example, a space character is encoded as "%20", and special characters like &, ?, # are encoded to prevent them from being interpreted as URL delimiters.
Why Use URL Encoder / Decoder?
- Safe URL construction: Properly encode query parameters and path segments.
- API integration: Prepare URLs for REST API calls.
- Debugging: Decode encoded URLs to understand their structure.
- Form submission: Encode form data for URL parameters.
How to Use URL Encoder / Decoder
- 1Select operation
Choose "Encode" to convert text to URL-safe format, or "Decode" to reverse it.
- 2Enter your text
Type or paste the text you want to encode or decode.
- 3Convert
Click the button to get your converted result.
- 4Copy result
Use the copy button to copy the result to your clipboard.
Common Use Cases
Query Parameters
Encode search queries and filter values for URLs.
API Endpoints
Prepare URLs with dynamic path parameters.
Form Data
Encode form submission data for GET requests.
Redirect URLs
Encode redirect URLs with return parameters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What characters need encoding?
Characters like space, &, ?, #, %, and non-ASCII characters need encoding.
What's the difference between encodeURI and encodeURIComponent?
encodeURIComponent encodes more characters including &, =, +, which is needed for query parameters.
Can I decode full URLs?
Yes, you can decode any URL-encoded string to see its original form.