Enter the text that you wish to encode or decode:
The URL Encoder / Decoder tool at seochecker.tools helps you convert special characters in a URL into a format that can be transmitted over the internet (encoding), and also revert encoded URLs back into a readable format (decoding).
When you include special characters (like spaces, &, %, @, or =) in a URL, they must be properly encoded to ensure the URL is valid and can be interpreted correctly by web browsers and servers.
Encoded: https%3A%2F%2Fseochecker.tools%2Furl-encoder
Decoded: https://seochecker.tools/url-encoder
Prevents URL breakage when sharing links
Ensures compatibility with browsers, servers, and email clients
Critical for form submissions, query strings, and APIs
Improves technical SEO by avoiding improperly formatted URLs
Enhances user experience by making URLs readable when decoded
One-click URL encoding and decoding
Supports all ASCII and special characters
Clean, responsive UI — works on mobile and desktop
100% secure, fast, and free
Built for developers, marketers, and SEOs alike
Instant output, no login required
Q1. What is URL encoding?
URL encoding converts unsafe characters (like spaces or &) into a web-safe format using a % followed by two hexadecimal digits.
Q2. Why do I need to encode URLs?
Encoded URLs are safer and more reliable when passed through web forms, APIs, and hyperlinks. It avoids data corruption or unexpected behavior.
Q3. What characters are encoded?
Characters such as space, /, &, ?, =, and others that have special meanings in a URL are encoded.
Q4. When should I use URL decoding?
When you receive an encoded URL (e.g., from a query string or email), decoding it helps you view the original text or URL clearly.
Q5. Is it free to use?
Absolutely! Our tool is completely free and hosted securely at seochecker.tools.
Encode URLs for use in email marketing or social media
Decode query parameters for debugging or SEO audits
Prepare links for HTML, JavaScript, or APIs
Quickly clean up links with encoding issues
Simplify bulk URL management tasks
