What is the URL Encoder/Decoder?
This tool safely encodes and decodes URL strings. URLs can only be sent over the Internet using the ASCII character-set. If a URL contains characters outside the ASCII set, they must be converted into a valid ASCII format. This tool translates special characters into a percent sign followed by two hexadecimal digits (URL Encoding), or reverses the process (URL Decoding).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need to encode URLs?
Certain characters have special meanings in URLs (like ?, &, =). Encoding ensures these characters are treated as data rather than URL structure.
Is the encoding safe for query parameters?
Yes, the tool uses standard encodeURIComponent to safely encode both full URLs and individual query parameters.
How to use the URL Encoder/Decoder
1. Paste your URL or text into the input field.
2. Click Encode to convert it to a safe URL format, or Decode to convert it back to readable text.
3. Copy the result.