Free URL Encoder & Decoder.

Encode and decode URLs with URI and component encoding, and parse any URL into its protocol, host, path, query parameters and fragment.

URL Encoder/Decoder

Example Inputs

Encoding Guidelines

encodeURI()

  • • Encodes full URLs
  • • Preserves : / ? # [ ] @
  • • Encodes spaces as %20
  • • Use for complete URLs

encodeURIComponent()

  • • Encodes URL components
  • • Encodes all special chars
  • • Use for query params
  • • More aggressive encoding

URL Parser

Break a URL into its protocol, credentials, hostname, port, path, query string and fragment. Query parameters are decoded and listed individually.

Use cases

Real-world uses.

Web Developers & Frontend Engineers
Encode URLs and query parameters for safe transmission in web applications and API calls.
API Developers & Backend Engineers
Handle URL encoding/decoding for API endpoints, webhooks, and data processing pipelines.
SEO Specialists & Digital Marketers
Encode URLs for tracking parameters, UTM codes, and campaign links while maintaining readability.
Data Analysts & Automation Engineers
Process and normalize URLs in datasets, web scraping, and automated testing workflows.
Security Researchers & Penetration Testers
Encode payloads and test URL-based vulnerabilities, parameter injection, and web security.
Content Creators & Bloggers
Create properly encoded shareable links and embed URLs in content management systems.

How it works

Three steps.

  1. 01

    Enter the text or URL you want to encode or decode.

  2. 02

    Select the encoding type (URI or Component encoding).

  3. 03

    Copy the output or download it as a file.

Features

Key Features of URL Encoder, Decoder & Parser.

Encode and decode with encodeURI and encodeURIComponent, then parse URLs into their components, all in one free tool.

  • Dual Encoding Methods

    Support for both encodeURI and encodeURIComponent for different use cases.

  • One-Click Copy

    Easily copy the result with a single click.

  • Download Output

    Download the result as a text file for later use.

  • Real-Time Conversion

    See your encoded or decoded results instantly as you type.

  • URL Parser

    Break any URL into protocol, hostname, port, path, fragment and individual query parameters, and copy the result as JSON.

FAQ

Questions.

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What is the difference between encodeURI and encodeURIComponent?

encodeURI encodes full URLs while preserving special characters like : / ? #. encodeURIComponent encodes URL components (like query parameters) and encodes all special characters.

When should I use URL encoding?

Use URL encoding when you need to include special characters, spaces, or non-ASCII characters in URLs or when passing data in query parameters.

Is URL encoding secure?

URL encoding is a data encoding method, not encryption. It's used to safely transmit data in URLs but doesn't provide security or encryption.

Can I decode any encoded URL?

Yes, as long as the URL was properly encoded, you can decode it back to its original form using the corresponding decode function.

What characters are encoded in URLs?

Spaces become %20, special characters like &, =, + are encoded as %26, %3D, %2B respectively. Non-ASCII characters are encoded using UTF-8.

How do I parse a URL into its parts?

Paste the URL into the URL Parser section below the encoder. It splits the URL into protocol, username and password, hostname, port, path, query string and fragment, lists each query parameter with its decoded value, and lets you copy or download the result as JSON.

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