URL Decode

Decode percent-encoded URL strings back to text.

What does URL Decode do?

URL Decoder converts percent-encoded URL strings back into readable text by replacing %XX sequences with their original characters.

Use Cases

  • Decode percent-encoded query parameters
  • Decode form data from URL strings
  • Read encoded URLs in API responses
  • Decode percent-encoded path segments

How to Use

  1. 1Paste or type your percent-encoded text into the input panel
  2. 2Click "Decode" to convert back to readable text
  3. 3Copy the output or download it as a file

Frequently Asked Questions

What is percent encoding?
Percent encoding represents special characters as a % followed by two hexadecimal digits (e.g., %20 for a space).
When do I need to decode URLs?
When you encounter encoded URLs in API responses, browser addresses, or data that need to be read in human-readable form.

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