Why URLs need encoding
URLs may only contain a limited set of characters. Spaces, umlauts and symbols like & or ? must be replaced by percent codes, for example a space becomes %20.
Use Component mode for a single parameter value, and Full URL to leave separators such as : / ? & intact.
How to use the URL Encoder / Decoder
- 1Choose encode or decode.
- 2Pick component or full URL.
- 3Paste your text and copy the result.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the two modes?
Component mode also encodes characters like / ? & =. Full URL mode keeps them so the address stays valid.
Is my text uploaded?
No. It is converted in your browser.