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URL Encoder/Decoder

Encode and decode URLs, query parameters, and URI components. Perfect for web development, API work, and handling special characters in URLs.

Input
Plain URL

Encodes entire URLs, preserves URL structure
49 characters

Output
Encoded URL

0 characters

Quick Examples

URL Encoding Guide

When to Encode

  • • Query parameter values
  • • Path segments with special chars
  • • Form data submission
  • • API parameter passing

Encoding Types

  • • Standard: Preserves URL structure
  • • Component: Encodes everything
  • • Form: Uses + for spaces

Common Issues

  • • Double encoding
  • • Wrong encoding type
  • • Missing encoding
  • • Character set problems

Best Practices

  • • Always encode user input
  • • Use component encoding for parameters
  • • Test with special characters
  • • Validate decoded output