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Encoding

URL Encoder / Decoder

Easily encode text to URL-safe formats or decode URLs back to readable text.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need to encode URLs?

URLs can only contain a limited set of characters. Encoding ensures that special characters (like spaces, &, ?) are transmitted correctly over the internet.

What is the difference between encodeURI and encodeURIComponent?

This tool uses encodeURIComponent, which encodes special characters including those with special meaning in URLs (like / and :). This is safer for encoding query parameters.

Is my data sent to a server?

No, all encoding and decoding happens instantly in your browser using JavaScript.

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