URLDecoder

URLDecoder calculator can be used to decode URL-encoded strings into their original format, making it useful for handling form data, query parameters, and other URL-encoded text.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Decoded String

The decoded string will appear here

Where:
URL-encoded string is the string containing encoded characters (e.g., %20 for space).

URLDecoder Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the URLDecoder calculator to decode URL-encoded strings.

What is URL Encoding?

URL encoding (also known as percent-encoding) is a mechanism for encoding information in a Uniform Resource Locator (URL) under certain circumstances. It is used when a component of a URL has special characters that could cause confusion or errors if transmitted directly.

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Paste your URL-encoded string in the input field. URL-encoded strings often contain characters like %20 (which represents a space), %21 (exclamation mark), etc.
  2. Click the "Decode" button to convert the encoded string back to its original format.
  3. The decoded string will be displayed in the results area.

Examples of URL Encoding

  • %20 represents a space
  • %21 represents an exclamation mark (!)
  • %26 represents an ampersand (&)
  • %2B represents a plus sign (+)
  • %2F represents a forward slash (/)

Common Use Cases

This calculator is particularly useful when:

  • Processing form data submitted from web pages
  • Working with query parameters in URLs
  • Handling URL-encoded strings in API responses
  • Decoding encoded text in redirects or redirects