URL Encoder
Encode and decode URLs — handle special characters safely
About this tool
Encode and decode URLs to safely handle special characters, spaces, and non-ASCII text. Fully RFC 3986 compliant and runs in your browser.
- ·One-click switch between encode and decode
- ·Handles spaces, Unicode, and all special characters
- ·Fully RFC 3986 compliant
- ·Runs entirely in your browser — data never leaves your device
Frequently asked questions
When do I need URL encoding?▼
Whenever a URL contains spaces, special characters, or non-ASCII text like accented letters or CJK characters. Without encoding, the link may break.
What are the %XX codes?▼
They represent the UTF-8 hex values of characters. For example, a space is %20 and a forward slash is %2F.
Does this send my data anywhere?▼
No. All processing happens locally in your browser.
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