URL Encoder / Decoder
Encode or decode URL components and query strings.
Free online tool. No signup required. All processing runs in your browser.
About this tool
Encode text for use in URLs or query parameters, or decode percent-encoded strings back to readable text.
What is URL Encoder / Decoder?
URL encoding (percent encoding) turns special characters into %XX form so they can be used safely in URLs and query strings.
How to use URL Encoder / Decoder
- Choose Encode or Decode.
- Paste your input.
- Copy the result.
Examples
Example input
hello world & foo=bar
Example output
hello%20world%20%26%20foo%3Dbar
FAQ
When should I encode URLs?
Encode when building query strings or path segments that contain spaces or special characters.
What encoding is used?
UTF-8 percent encoding (application/x-www-form-urlencoded style).