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URL Encode / Decode

Encode URL components or decode percent-encoded text into readable values.

About URL Encode / Decode

URL Encode / Decode converts special characters to percent-encoded URL component form and reverses that encoding.

How to use URL Encode / Decode

  1. 1

    Paste the value you want to process.

  2. 2

    Choose Encode or Decode.

  3. 3

    Copy the result.

Tips for better results

  • Use this for URL parameters and component values.
  • Malformed percent encoding will produce an error.

Frequently asked questions

Does this encode a full URL?

It uses URL component encoding, which is best for parameters and individual URL values.

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