What is URL encoding?

URL encoding converts special characters into a format that can be safely transmitted in URLs. For example, a space becomes %20.

When do I need to encode URLs?

URL encoding is necessary when you want to include special characters or spaces in URL query parameters and form submissions.

Yes, all encoding and decoding happens locally in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server.

Spaces, special characters, and non-ASCII characters are encoded. Safe characters like letters and numbers are left unchanged.

Yes, you can encode full URLs or just specific parts. The tool intelligently handles the encoding appropriately.

Instantly encode and decode URLs. Perfect for sharing links safely and handling special characters in web addresses.

Encode URL Decode URL

Enter URL to Encode:

Maximum 10,000 characters.

Encoded Result:

Encode URLs with special characters for safe sharing

Encode parameters for URL query strings

Format URLs for email signatures and messages

Decode URLs to inspect parameters and values

Encode: Converts special characters in URLs to percent-encoded format (e.g., space becomes %20)
Decode: Converts percent-encoded characters back to their original form
Common Encodings:
- Space → %20
- @ → %40
- = → %3D
- & → %26
- # → %23
- / → %2F
Real-time processing: Results are updated instantly as you type
Bidirectional: Easily switch between encode and decode modes