URL Encoder / Decoder
Text & DevEncode query parameters and decode complex URLs safely in your browser.
How to Use URL Encoder / Decoder
Follow these simple steps to use this free browser-based tool:
Select Mode
Choose 'Encode' to escape special characters or 'Decode' to parse encoded URLs.
Enter URL or String
Paste your link or parameter string into the box.
Copy Converted URL
Click 'Copy Output' to use in your API or browser address bar.
Key Features & Benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do URLs need percent-encoding?
Characters like spaces, ampersands, and question marks have special syntactic meaning in HTTP URLs. Percent-encoding replaces them with safe hexadecimal representations.
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