URL Encoder & Decoder — Percent-Encode Query Strings Instantly

Paste a URL or query string and instantly encode or decode special characters. Handles Unicode, UTF-8, and nested parameters. Essential for debugging API calls, fixing broken links, and building query strings. Runs in your browser — nothing is sent to a server.

Keywords: url encoder, url decoder, percent encoding, encode url, decode url, urlencode

Frequently Asked Questions

What is URL encoding?

URL encoding replaces unsafe characters with a '%' followed by hex values, making text safe for URLs.

When should I encode URLs?

Encode when passing special characters in query parameters, form data, or any URL component.

Does it handle Unicode?

Yes, all Unicode characters are properly encoded using UTF-8 before percent-encoding.