URL Decoder – Decode URL-Encoded Text Online
Free URL decoder to convert percent-encoded text back to readable format. Useful for query strings, APIs, and debugging.
URL Decoder
The URL Decoder converts URL-encoded text back into its original readable form.
It’s commonly used when working with query strings, API parameters, redirects, and encoded URLs.
This tool helps developers quickly inspect and debug encoded data without manual decoding.
How to use the URL decoder
- Paste the URL-encoded text into the input field.
- Click Decode or wait for auto-decode.
- Copy the decoded output.
Common use cases
- Decode query string parameters
- Inspect encoded URLs
- Debug API requests and responses
- Convert
%20,%3D,%26, and other encoded characters - Read URL-encoded form data
Tips & notes
- URL encoding is also known as percent-encoding.
- Invalid encoding sequences may produce errors.
- Use the URL Encoder to encode text before sending it in URLs.
Related developer tools
- URL Encoder
- Base64 Decoder
- JSON Formatter
- JSON Minifier
FAQ
What does URL decoding do?
URL decoding converts percent-encoded characters back into their original readable form.
Is this safe to use with any input?
Yes. Invalid or malformed encoding may return errors or partial results.
Does this support UTF-8 or Unicode?
Yes. UTF-8 and most Unicode characters are supported.
Do you store the decoded text?
No. All decoding is performed instantly and nothing is saved.