
Easily encode or decode any URL in seconds with our free tool. Ensure your URLs are safe for the web by converting special characters into their proper format or decoding them for readability.
URL Encoder / Decoder
What Is a URL Encoder/Decoder?
A URL Encoder/Decoder is a tool used to convert special characters in a URL into a format that is universally accepted by web browsers and servers. This is crucial when working with URLs that include spaces, symbols, or reserved characters that could break a link or be misinterpreted by a browser.
URL encoding replaces unsafe ASCII characters with a “%” followed by two hexadecimal digits. For example, a space becomes %20
. Decoding reverses the process, turning encoded characters back into human-readable text.
Why You Need a URL Encoder and Decoder Tool?
When sending data via URLs — whether through API requests, online forms, or web applications — you need to ensure that the data doesn’t get corrupted. Encoding and decoding URLs prevents errors, preserves formatting, and improves compatibility across browsers and platforms.
This tool is especially useful for:
Developers working with GET/POST parameters
SEO professionals cleaning or debugging URL structures
Affiliate marketers who need to cloak or decode tracking links
Digital agencies who want to ensure secure sharing of links
Key Features of This Free URL Encoder/Decoder
Encode special characters like
&
,=
,?
,/
,#
to avoid broken links🧩 Decode long or obfuscated URLs for better understanding
⚡ 100% browser-based – no data saved, processed locally
🧠 Instant output for quick copy/paste
🖥️ Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
Common Use Cases
Encode form data before submitting to a server
Decode analytics URLs to understand tracking parameters
Convert URLs for embedding in JavaScript code
Create links that won’t break in emails or CMS editors
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This tool uses JavaScript’s native encodeURIComponent()
and decodeURIComponent()
functions, ensuring accurate and standards-compliant transformation of URLs for all major browsers and platforms.