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URL Encoder / Decoder

Encode and decode URLs online for free. Convert special characters to percent-encoded format and back.

About This Tool

Encode URLs to make them safe for use in links and API calls, or decode percent-encoded URLs back to plain text. Runs entirely in your browser.

How to Use

  1. Enter URL

    Paste the URL or text you want to encode or decode.

  2. Encode or Decode

    Click Encode to percent-encode, or Decode to convert back.

  3. Copy Result

    Copy the output to use in your project.

Use Cases

API Development

Encode query parameters and URLs for safe transmission in HTTP requests.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is URL encoding?

URL encoding replaces special characters with a % followed by their hex code, making URLs safe for use in HTTP requests.

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