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URL Encoder & Decoder

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About URL Encoder & Decoder

The URL Encoder & Decoder is an essential tool for web developers and digital professionals who need to work with URLs containing special characters or non-ASCII text. It converts special characters into a format that can be transmitted safely over the Internet using URL encoding (also known as percent-encoding).

When you encode a URL:

  • Spaces become %20 or +
  • Special characters are converted to their hexadecimal representation
  • Non-ASCII characters are properly encoded for web use
  • Reserved characters in URLs are safely encoded

This tool provides instant, two-way conversion between regular text and URL-encoded format, making it invaluable for:

  • Creating valid URLs with special characters
  • Debugging URL-related issues
  • Working with APIs and web services
  • Handling internationalized URLs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is URL encoding?

URL encoding is a method of converting characters that have special meaning in URLs into a format that can be safely transmitted over the Internet. It replaces unsafe ASCII characters with a % followed by two hexadecimal digits that represent the characters ASCII code.

When should I use URL encoding?

You should use URL encoding when:

  • Creating URLs with spaces or special characters
  • Sending data through URL parameters
  • Working with non-English characters in URLs
  • Ensuring URLs are valid across different systems
  • Handling user input that will be part of a URL

What characters need to be encoded?

Characters that typically need URL encoding include:

  • Spaces (encoded as %20 or +)
  • Special characters like &, =, ?, %, #, +
  • Non-ASCII characters (é, ñ, etc.)
  • Reserved characters in URLs

How does the tool handle different encodings?

Our tool uses the standard encodeURIComponent() and decodeURIComponent() JavaScript functions, which handle UTF-8 encoding properly. This ensures that all special characters, including international characters, are correctly encoded and decoded while maintaining compatibility with web standards.

Why isnt my encoded/decoded URL working?

Common issues include:

  • Double encoding (encoding an already encoded URL)
  • Missing or incorrect characters in the input
  • Trying to decode text that isnt properly URL encoded
  • Using the wrong encoding type for your specific use case

Try switching between encode and decode mode to verify your input and output are correct.