URL Encoder Decoder - Encode & Decode URLs Online

Free URL encoder and decoder for web development. Convert special characters to URL safe format and decode percent-encoded URLs instantly.

Common URL Encoding Reference

Space %20
! %21
" %22
# %23
$ %24
% %25
& %26
' %27
( %28
) %29
+ %2B
, %2C
/ %2F
: %3A
; %3B
= %3D

πŸ”— Bidirectional

Encode URLs to percent-encoding format and decode them back to readable text seamlessly.

🌍 Unicode Support

Full support for Unicode characters including emojis, Chinese, Arabic, and other international text.

⚑ Developer Friendly

Perfect for web developers, API testing, and query parameter handling in web applications.

How to Use URL Encoder Decoder

URL Encoding

  1. Paste your URL or text with special characters
  2. Click "URL Encode" button
  3. Copy the percent-encoded result
  4. Use in URLs, query parameters, or form data

URL Decoding

  1. Paste your percent-encoded URL
  2. Click "URL Decode" button
  3. Copy the readable decoded text
  4. Use the human-readable result

Frequently Asked Questions

What is URL encoding and why is it needed?

URL encoding converts special characters into a format that can be transmitted over the internet. It's essential for web development to ensure URLs work correctly with special characters, spaces, and non-ASCII text.

Is this URL encoder decoder free?

Yes, our URL encoder decoder is completely free with no registration required. Encode and decode unlimited URLs without any restrictions.

Does this tool support Unicode characters?

Yes! Our tool fully supports Unicode characters including emojis, Chinese, Arabic, Russian, and all other international characters.

Can I use this for query parameters?

Absolutely! This tool is perfect for encoding query parameters, form data, and any text that needs to be URL-safe for web applications.