What does URL encoding do?
URL encoding replaces characters that have special meaning in a URL with percent-encoded values, so text can be safely used in a URL or query parameter.
URL Encoder & Decoder
Convert text and URLs to standard percent-encoded strings or decode query parameters online. Fast, secure, and client-side.
How it worksINPUT URL
OUTPUT URL
How to encode and decode a URL
- Select Encode to turn text into a percent-encoded value, or Decode to make an encoded value readable.
- Paste a URL, query parameter, or text into the input editor.
- Review the converted result in the output editor.
- Copy the result when you are ready to use it.
Common URL encoding uses
Encode query parameters, search terms, redirect destinations, API request values, and text that includes spaces, symbols, or non-ASCII characters.
URL encoding tips
- Encode a parameter value, not an entire URL that is already valid.
- Decode once when inspecting a value to avoid changing literal percent characters.
- Use the encoded output when constructing dynamic links or API requests.
URL Encoder & Decoder FAQ
When should I encode a URL?
Encode values before placing user-provided text, search terms, redirect URLs, or other dynamic values into a query parameter or URL component.
Can I decode a percent-encoded URL?
Yes. Select Decode and paste a percent-encoded value to convert encoded characters back to readable text.
Is URL encoding private?
Yes. Encoding and decoding happen locally in your browser. DevKit does not upload or store your input.
Is URL encoding the same as HTML encoding?
No. URL encoding uses percent escapes for URL components, while HTML encoding escapes characters for markup.
Should I encode an entire URL?
Usually encode individual query parameter values. Encoding an already valid complete URL can change its separators and structure.
What does %20 mean in a URL?
%20 is the percent-encoded representation of a space character.
Why do some query strings use plus signs for spaces?
HTML form encoding may represent spaces as +. Percent encoding represents a space as %20.
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