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TextURL Encode/Decode

URL Encode/Decode

Free online URL encoder and decoder. Encode or decode URLs with proper percent-encoding per RFC 3986. Supports partial encoding, full URL mode, form data encoding, and double encoding detection. Essential for web developers building APIs and handling query strings. 100% browser-based.

100% browser-based — your data never leaves your device

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Encode or decode URLs and query strings with proper percent-encoding.

Bidirectional

Encode or decode URLs in both directions with a single toggle.

Partial Encoding

Choose to encode the full URL or only query parameters.

Real-Time Preview

See changes live, character by character, as you type or paste.

Safe Characters

Properly handles unreserved characters vs reserved characters per RFC 3986.

How to Use

1

Choose encode or decode

Toggle between Encode and Decode mode depending on what you need.

2

Enter your text

Type or paste the URL or text you want to encode or decode in the input field.

3

Select encoding scope

Choose between full URL encoding or encode only query parameters for finer control.

4

Copy the result

Click Copy to grab the encoded or decoded output for use in your application.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Characters like spaces, &, ?, #, %, /, =, and non-ASCII characters (Unicode, emoji) must be encoded. Letters, digits, and a few special characters (-._~) are safe and don't need encoding.

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What is URL Encode/Decode?

URL Encode/Decode is a free online text tool that encode or decode urls and query strings with proper percent-encoding. It works entirely in your browser — no downloads, no installations, and no server uploads required. content writers, developers, technical writers use URL Encode/Decode when they need a fast, privacy-respecting way to process text data without installing additional software. It supports capabilities such as bidirectional, partial encoding, real-time preview. Additional features include safe characters. Common use cases include encoding special characters for url query parameters, debugging malformed urls with improper encoding, preparing urls for use in api requests and redirects. All processing happens locally using modern browser APIs, which means your data never leaves your device. This makes URL Encode/Decode ideal for working with sensitive data, proprietary code, or any situation where privacy matters.

URL Encode/Decode Overview

URL Encode/Decode is a free online text tool that helps you encode or decode urls and query strings with proper percent-encoding. Key capabilities include bidirectional, partial encoding, real-time preview. All processing is done locally in your browser — no data is uploaded, stored, or shared with any server. There are no sign-ups, no file size limits, and no hidden charges. It is commonly used to encoding special characters for url query parameters.

How to Use URL Encode/Decode

1

Choose encode or decode

Toggle between Encode and Decode mode depending on what you need.

2

Enter your text

Type or paste the URL or text you want to encode or decode in the input field.

3

Select encoding scope

Choose between full URL encoding or encode only query parameters for finer control.

4

Copy the result

Click Copy to grab the encoded or decoded output for use in your application.

Technical Specifications

CategoryDetails
Input LimitsMaximum input length: Browser memory bound
Encoding support: UTF-8, UTF-16, ASCII, ISO-8859-1, Windows-1252
Supported FormatsPlain text, UTF-8, ASCII, Unicode, Percent-encoding (RFC 3986)
Browser Engine
  • TextEncoder / TextDecoder API
  • Native String.prototype methods (ES2026)
  • Intl API for locale-aware transformations

All operations run entirely in your browser using built-in Text APIs. No server uploads, no data storage, and no third-party requests.

When to Use URL Encode/Decode

URL Encode/Decode is ideal when you need to encoding special characters for url query parameters without installing software or uploading data to a server. Since everything runs in your browser, there is no setup time and no risk of your data being stored on external servers. For for advanced text manipulation within an IDE, consider using VS Code. For for batch text processing on servers, sed/awk (command-line) may be a better fit. URL Encode/Decode fills the gap between heavyweight desktop tools and insecure online services that require uploading your data.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does URL Encode/Decode send my data to any server?

No. URL Encode/Decode processes everything entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing you type, paste, or upload is ever transmitted to any server. Your data never leaves your device.

What characters need URL encoding?

Characters like spaces, &, ?, #, %, /, =, and non-ASCII characters (Unicode, emoji) must be encoded. Letters, digits, and a few special characters (-._~) are safe and don't need encoding.

What is the difference between encodeURI and encodeURIComponent?

encodeURI encodes a full URI but preserves characters that are part of the URI syntax (:/?#[]@). encodeURIComponent encodes everything, making it suitable for encoding query parameter values.

Key Features

Bidirectional

Encode or decode URLs in both directions with a single toggle.

Partial Encoding

Choose to encode the full URL or only query parameters.

Real-Time Preview

See changes live, character by character, as you type or paste.

Safe Characters

Properly handles unreserved characters vs reserved characters per RFC 3986.

Common Use Cases

URL Encode/Decode is useful in a variety of scenarios across different workflows:

Encoding special characters for URL query parameters

Debugging malformed URLs with improper encoding

Preparing URLs for use in API requests and redirects

Tips & Best Practices

Encode parameter values separately

Always encode individual query parameter values, not the entire URL at once. Use encodeURIComponent for values and encodeURI for the full URL.

Watch for double encoding

If a URL already contains percent-encoded characters, encoding it again will encode the % signs. Check if your input is already encoded before processing.

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