URL Encoder / Decoder

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Encode text for URLs or decode percent-encoded strings - instant and free.

Special characters break links. BotixTech's free URL encoder decoder converts text into safe percent-encoded URLs - and decodes them back. Essential for developers working with query strings, APIs and redirects.

Paste your URL or text, click encode or decode, and copy the result. Our URL encode online tool is instant and free.

How to Encode or Decode a URL

  1. Paste your input - a full URL, a query string, or plain text.
  2. Click Encode or Decode - the conversion is instant.
  3. Copy the result - ready to use in code or links.

URL Tool Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What is URL encoding?

URL encoding (percent-encoding) replaces unsafe characters with a % followed by hex digits, so text can travel safely inside URLs. A space becomes %20, for example.

When do I need to encode a URL?

Whenever a link contains spaces, non-English characters, or symbols like & and ?. Encoding keeps the link working correctly.

What is the difference between encodeURI and encodeURIComponent?

This tool encodes the full component strictly, which is what you want for query values and form data.

Is the URL encoder free?

Yes, completely free with no limits.