URL Decode

About This Tool

So, you’ve got a URL that looks like it got hit by a keyboard—full of %20s, %3F marks, and other weird symbols. Yeah, that’s URL encoding for you. It’s how browsers and servers safely pass data around without things breaking. But when you need to actually *read* what’s in there, you need to decode it. That’s where URL decoding comes in. It takes that jumbled mess and turns it back into plain, readable text. Think of it like translating a secret code back into English. Simple, but super useful when you're debugging links, checking form data, or just trying to figure out what that weird-looking URL actually says.

Key Features

• Converts percent-encoded characters back to their original form—like turning %20 into a space.
• Handles special characters such as &, =, ?, and # correctly.
• Works with both full URLs and just the encoded parts (like query strings).
• No installation needed—just paste and go.
• Fast and private. Nothing gets sent to a server. Your data stays on your machine.

FAQ

Why do URLs get encoded in the first place?
Because certain characters can mess up how a URL is interpreted. Spaces, for example, aren’t allowed in URLs, so they get replaced with %20. Encoding ensures everything gets passed along safely without breaking the link or confusing the server.

Can I decode any URL with this tool?
Pretty much. As long as it’s properly encoded, yes. But if someone manually typed in gibberish or used a non-standard format, it might not work. This tool follows standard URL encoding rules—so it’s reliable for normal use cases.