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URL Encoder & Decoder – Free Online Tool
Quick answer: Percent-encode or decode URLs and query strings online.
About this tool
Encode special characters in URLs and query parameters so they are safe to send, or decode percent-encoded strings back to readable text.
How to use the URL Encoder & Decoder
- Enter your text, choose your file or set the options in the tool above.
- Click the action button for the result you want.
- Copy or download the output. Nothing leaves your device.
Why use ToolWorlds?
- Free, with no registration
- Private: runs in your browser
- Works on phones, tablets and desktops
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between encode and encode full URL?
- Encode escapes every reserved character, ideal for a single query value. Full URL keeps characters such as : / ? and & intact.
- When should I encode a URL?
- Whenever a parameter contains spaces, symbols or non-English characters.
- Is my data safe?
- Yes. Processing happens in your browser. Nothing you enter is sent to our servers.
- Is it free?
- Yes. It is free, with no sign-up or usage limit.
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