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URL Encode and Decode

Easily encode plain text into URL-safe format or decode URL-encoded text back into readable content. Our free online URL encode and decode tool is perfect for developers, API testers, and anyone working with web addresses or query strings. Fast, safe, and no downloads required.

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How to Use

  1. 1Select Operation - Click [URL Encode] to convert plain text into URL-safe format, or [URL Decode] to transform encoded text back to readable text.
  2. 2Enter Your Text - Type or paste your text into the input field. This can include letters, numbers, symbols, or spaces.
  3. 3Process the Text - Click [Encode] or [Decode] to get instant results.
  4. 4Manage Your Results - Use [Copy Result] to save the output, or [Clear] to reset the input field for a new conversion.

FAQ

❓What is URL encoding?
URL encoding converts text into a format that can be safely transmitted in URLs, replacing unsafe characters with percent-encoded representations.
❓Do I need to install software?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser—no downloads or installation required.
❓Can I encode special characters like spaces or symbols?
Yes! All special characters, spaces, and non-ASCII characters are fully supported.
❓Is my data safe?
Absolutely. Everything is processed locally in your browser; no information is uploaded.
❓Can I decode URLs from APIs or web forms?
Yes. You can paste any URL-encoded text and instantly convert it back to readable content.