Everyday Utilities
URL Encoder & Decoder: Percent-Encode Text Online
Percent-encode any string so it's safe to drop into a URL, or decode a percent-encoded string back to plain text. UTF-8 safe.
Runs in your browser — your text is never uploaded or stored.
Quick answer
URL Encode / Decode is a free online tool that percent-encode any string so it's safe to drop into a URL, or decode a percent-encoded string back to plain text. UTF-8 safe.
- Cost: free, no signup or limits.
- Privacy: runs 100% in your browser; text is never uploaded.
- Works on: desktop and mobile browsers, offline once loaded.
- Category: Everyday Utilities.
Result
Common conversions
How to Use
- 1.Pick Encode (text → %-encoded) or Decode (%-encoded → text).
- 2.Paste your input into the box.
- 3.Copy the encoded or decoded result with one click.
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FAQ
What's the difference between encodeURI and encodeURIComponent?
encodeURIComponent escapes every reserved URL character, so it's safe inside query strings. encodeURI leaves URL structure characters like /, ?, and # untouched.
Does it handle emoji and non-ASCII?
Yes. The tool uses UTF-8 so any Unicode character is encoded to the correct percent-escape sequence.
Is my input sent anywhere?
No — encoding and decoding both happen entirely in your browser.
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