URL Encoder/Decoder

Encode or decode URLs

Info

  • Standard (encodeURIComponent): Encodes all special characters, suitable for URL parameter values
  • Full URI (encodeURI): Preserves URL special characters like :, /, ?, &
  • Unsafe characters will be converted to %XX format (hex encoding)

What is URL encoding?

URL encoding is the process of converting special characters in URLs into a safe format that can be transmitted over the internet. This tool supports two encoding types: Standard (encodeURIComponent) for parameter values and Full URI (encodeURI) for entire URLs.

Use cases

  • Encode URL parameters to transmit data safely
  • Handle URLs with special characters or Unicode characters
  • Decode encoded URLs to make them readable
  • Process query strings in APIs or web applications

When to use?

Use this tool when you need to encode or decode URLs, especially when working with APIs, processing query parameters, or need to ensure URLs are safe and valid. Very useful for web developers and anyone working with URLs.