URL Encoder & Decoder Online Free - Encode and Decode URLs in UTF-8

Encode and decode URLs and query string parameters with full UTF-8 standard compliance (RFC 3986). Safeguard special characters and Arabic strings seamlessly.

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How to Use This Tool in 3 Easy Steps

Fast, seamless workflow designed to save you time

1

Paste URL or Parameters

Input your raw URL or query string parameters into the editor box.

2

Select Encode or Decode

Choose "Encode" for percent-encoding special characters, or "Decode" to inspect plain text.

3

Copy Result

Copy the finalized, standards-compliant URL string for use in your API or web project.

Key Features & Guarantees

Professional performance built with privacy first

RFC 3986 Standardized

Accurately converts reserved symbols into standard percent-encoded tokens.

Reliable International Text

Encodes non-ASCII characters including Arabic, Cyrillic, and Asian scripts smoothly.

Secure API Parameter Prep

Prepares URL query strings for safe transmission through HTTP GET and POST requests.

Client-Side Execution

Processes text instantaneously within your browser with zero external server dependencies.

Why URL Percent-Encoding is Mandatory for Web Protocols

URLs can only be sent over the Internet using the standard ASCII character-set. When links contain spaces, non-ASCII characters, or reserved query symbols (&, ?, =), they must be percent-encoded to prevent malformed requests.

Utilizing HOKSys URL Encoder guarantees that your links and API requests conform precisely to global web specifications without parameter corruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common questions about this tool

Spaces are not allowed in raw URLs. Standard percent-encoding represents a space as %20 (or + in query strings).