URL Encode / Decode
URL Encoder converts text to percent-encoded form that's safe to use in URLs and query strings, and decodes encoded URLs back to readable text.
Last updated: July 2026
Encode text for safe use in URLs or decode percent-encoded URLs back to text. Free, instant, in-browser URL encoder/decoder.
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How to use URL Encode / Decode
- Paste your text or encoded URL.
- Choose Encode or Decode.
- Copy the result.
Frequently asked questions
What does URL encoding do?
It replaces characters that aren't URL-safe (spaces, &, ?, etc.) with percent-encoded equivalents like %20.
Does it support full encoding?
Yes — it uses encodeURIComponent, which encodes reserved characters for use inside query parameters.
Is it private?
Yes, encoding and decoding run in your browser.
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