URL Encoder/Decoder
Encode text to URL-safe format and decode URL-encoded strings. Perfect for working with query parameters and special characters.
What is URL Encoder/Decoder?
URL Encoding (percent-encoding) converts special characters into a format safe for internet transmission. It replaces unsafe characters with a percent sign (%) followed by two hexadecimal digits.
How to Use URL Encoder/Decoder
Paste your URL or text into the input field. Click Encode to convert special characters, or Decode to convert back. You can choose to encode entire text or only query parameters.
FAQ
What characters get encoded?
Special characters like spaces (→ %20), ampersands (→ %26), and other non-alphanumeric characters are converted to percent-encoded format.
Can I encode URLs with paths?
Yes, you can encode full URLs. Be aware that slashes and other URL structure characters will also be encoded when encoding entire text.
Is this the same as Base64 encoding?
No, URL encoding and Base64 are different. URL encoding uses percent signs, while Base64 uses a different character set.