What is URL encoding?

URL encoding converts special characters to percent-encoded sequences so they can be safely sent in URLs or HTTP requests.

When should I encode a URL?

Encode query parameters and any special characters like spaces, ampersands, and non-ASCII characters before sending URLs.

Does this tool support UTF-8?

Yes. The encoder handles UTF-8 characters and outputs proper percent-encoding.

URL Encoder

Percent-encode special characters so query strings and path segments work correctly in URLs.

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Encode special characters in URLs and text strings using percent-encoding (also known as URL encoding). This process converts characters that have special meaning in URLs or aren't allowed in certain contexts into percent-encoded sequences. Essential for web development, API integration, and ensuring data is transmitted safely in HTTP requests.

What is URL Encoder?

URL encoding, also called percent-encoding, is a mechanism for encoding information in a Uniform Resource Identifier (URI). Certain characters like spaces, ampersands, and non-ASCII characters must be encoded to be safely transmitted in URLs. The encoding replaces these characters with a percent sign (%) followed by two hexadecimal digits representing the character's ASCII code.

Common Use Cases

Encoding query parameters in API requests to prevent parsing errors
Preparing form data for URL submission
Encoding special characters in file paths for web servers
Creating shareable links with special characters
Encoding user input before including it in URLs
Preparing data for HTTP GET requests with query strings
Encoding international characters (UTF-8) in URLs

How It Works

The URL encoder scans your input text and identifies characters that need encoding according to RFC 3986 standards. Reserved characters (like &, =, ?, #) and unsafe characters (like spaces, non-ASCII) are converted to their percent-encoded form. For example, a space becomes %20, and an ampersand becomes %26. The tool handles UTF-8 encoding for international characters, ensuring proper encoding for all Unicode characters.