URL Encoder/Decoder
Encode or decode URLs and query strings. Handle special characters in URLs safely for web development.
How to Use
- 1 Paste your text or URL into the input field.
- 2 Click "Encode" to convert special characters to percent-encoded format.
- 3 Click "Decode" to convert percent-encoded text back to readable form.
- 4 Copy the result with the copy button.
Benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
What characters get encoded?
All characters except A-Z, a-z, 0-9, and - _ . ~ are converted to their percent-encoded equivalents (e.g., space becomes %20).
What is the difference between encodeURI and encodeURIComponent?
This tool uses encodeURIComponent which encodes everything except unreserved characters. encodeURI leaves characters like / : ? # intact, suitable for full URLs.
Can I encode entire URLs?
This tool encodes individual components (like query parameter values). For encoding entire URLs, the result may differ from encodeURI.
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