URL Encoder & Decoder - Online URL Encoding Tool

Encode and decode URLs and URI components online. Free URL encoding tool with support for special characters and international text.

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📖 How to Use URL Encoder/Decoder

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Paste your URL or text into the input field
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Choose the appropriate method: 'Encode Component' for query parameters, 'Encode URL' for full URLs
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Click the button to encode or decode, then copy your result

❓FAQ

Q: What is URL encoding?

A: URL encoding converts special characters and spaces in URLs into a format that can be transmitted over the Internet. For example, spaces become '%20' and '&' becomes '%26'.

Q: When should I use Encode Component vs Encode URL?

A: Use 'Encode Component' (encodeURIComponent) when encoding query parameters or path segments. Use 'Encode URL' (encodeURI) when encoding a complete URL while preserving characters like :, /, ?, and &.

Q: Why do URLs need encoding?

A: URLs can only contain certain ASCII characters. Special characters, spaces, and non-ASCII characters (like Chinese or Arabic) must be encoded to ensure they're transmitted correctly and don't interfere with URL parsing.

Q: Can I encode international characters?

A: Yes! Our URL encoder fully supports UTF-8 encoding, allowing you to encode any Unicode character including emojis, Chinese characters, Arabic text, and all other international scripts.