🛠️ How It Works – URL Encode & Decode

1. Paste Your Text – Insert the plain text or URL-encoded string into the input box.
2. Select Mode – Choose whether you want to Encode to URL format or Decode from URL format.
3. Pick the Encoding Type – Select your character encoding: ASCII, UTF-8, UTF-16, UTF-32, ISO-8859-1 (Latin-1), or Windows-1252.
4. Click “Encode” or “Decode” – The tool processes your input instantly using the chosen method and encoding.
5. View & Copy Output – Get the resulting encoded or decoded text ready to copy or download.

⚡ Why Use a URL Encode & Decode Tool?

• Safe URL Formatting – Convert special characters into a valid URL format that browsers can interpret.
• Flexible Encoding Options – Choose from multiple character sets for compatibility across systems.
• Secure & Local – All processing happens in your browser—no data upload.

💡 Tips for Best Results

• Always encode special characters like spaces, &, ?, and = to ensure URLs work correctly.
• Use UTF-8 for multi-language content—it preserves non-ASCII characters properly.
• URL decoding is useful when debugging API requests, redirects, or query strings.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the URL Encode & Decode tool do?

It converts plain text into URL-safe encoding—or decodes a URL-encoded string back into readable text—ensuring valid formatting for web use.

How do I use it online?

Paste your text or encoded string, pick the mode (Encode or Decode), choose character encoding, click the button, and view the result instantly.

Is it safe to use?

Yes ✅ Everything runs directly in your browser. No text is uploaded, stored, or shared.