URL Encode/Decode
URL Encode / Decode
Encode or decode text for use in URLs (percent-encoding).
About URL Encode/Decode
The URL Encode/Decode tool converts characters into a format that can be transmitted over the Internet. It is essential for ensuring that URLs containing special characters are valid and safe.
How to Use?
- Choose "Encode" to convert text to URL-safe format.
- Choose "Decode" to convert URL-encoded text back to normal.
- Paste your string.
- Copy the result.
Features
- Standard Compliant: Uses standard Percent-encoding (RFC 3986).
- Handles Special Chars: Correctly encodes spaces, symbols, and non-ASCII characters.
- Instant Result: Real-time conversion.
FAQ
Why do URLs need encoding?
URLs can only contain a limited set of characters (ASCII). Characters like spaces or question marks have special meanings or are not allowed, so they must be encoded (e.g., space becomes %20).
What is Percent-encoding?
It is the mechanism for encoding information in a Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) where a character is replaced by a '%' followed by a two-digit hexadecimal value.