Free Online URL Encoder / Decoder
Free online tool to safely encode and decode URL components, query strings, and parameters.
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How to use it
Select Action
Toggle the switch between encoding a plain string for a URL, or decoding an already encoded URL back to text.
Enter Your Data
Paste your raw URL or text string into the input box.
Retrieve the Result
The correctly formatted, safe string is generated immediately in the output box for copying.
FAQ
?Is the online URL encoder free to use?
Yes, our online URL encoding and decoding utilities are completely free and available without registration.
?What exactly does URL encoding do?
It replaces unsafe HTTP characters (like spaces or ampersands) with a '%' followed by two hexadecimal digits, ensuring the URL can be transmitted securely over the internet.
?Does it encode the entire URL or just parameters?
It uses the standard encodeURIComponent function, which encodes everything including special syntax like ?, &, and =, making it perfect for preparing query parameters.
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Your data never leaves your browser
Ensure your URLs and API requests are completely safe for web transmission by encoding special characters for free online. You can also reverse the process to decode complex URLs and read their query parameters clearly.