URL Encoder, Decoder & Parser

About This Online URL Encoder, Decoder & Parser Tool

This free online URL tool offers comprehensive features for handling URLs, including encoding, decoding, parsing, and query string management. Ideal for developers, SEO specialists, and anyone working with web URLs to ensure proper formatting, validation, and manipulation without server-side processing.

Key features include:

• URL Encoding: Percent-encode special characters for safe URL transmission.
• URL Decoding: Decode percent-encoded URLs back to readable format.
• URL Parsing: Break down URLs into components like protocol, host, path, query, and hash with interactive tree view.
• Query String Parsing: Convert query strings to JSON objects for easy inspection.
• Query String Building: Build query strings from JSON objects.
• Syntax Highlighting: Color-coded output for better readability.
• Error Detection: Real-time validation and error messages for invalid URLs or inputs.
• Copy & Download: Easily copy or download processed output.
• Theme Switching: Light and dark modes for comfortable use.
• Interactive Tree View: For parsed URLs and query params with expand/collapse functionality.

What is URL Encoding and Why Use It?

URL encoding, also known as percent-encoding, replaces unsafe ASCII characters with a '%' followed by two hexadecimal digits. It's essential for ensuring URLs are valid and safe for transmission over the internet, preventing issues with special characters in queries or paths.

Understanding URL Parsing

URL parsing breaks a URL into its standard components as defined by RFC 3986, helping in debugging APIs, SEO analysis, and web development.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is this URL tool free?

Yes, completely free for all URL encoding, decoding, and parsing needs.

Is my data secure?

All processing happens in your browser; no data is sent to servers.

Can I parse query strings?

Yes, use the Query Parse tool to convert query strings to editable JSON.

What if my URL is invalid?

The tool detects errors and provides detailed messages to help fix issues.

Does it support Punycode?

Basic support via browser's URL API; for advanced, encode international domains separately.

Can I build query strings?

Yes, input a JSON object and generate a properly encoded query string.