🔗 URL Encoder/Decoder
Why Encode URLs?
URL encoding converts characters that aren't allowed in URLs into a safe format. Spaces become %20, special chars like & and = get encoded. This ensures your URLs work correctly across all browsers and servers.
Common Encoded Characters
| Character | Encoded | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Space | %20 | Space separator |
| & | %26 | Ampersand |
| = | %3D | Equals |
| # | %23 | Hash |
| ? | %3F | Question mark |
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I need to encode URLs?▾
Whenever your URL contains spaces, special characters, or non-ASCII characters. Most modern browsers do this automatically, but when generating URLs programmatically you'll need to encode.