URL Encode/Decode

Encode or decode URL-encoded strings (percent encoding). Handles special characters and Unicode. Free, runs locally.

About this URL Encode/Decode tool

Percent-encoding lets URLs carry reserved characters safely. CheckHub encodes and decodes strings with full Unicode support.

How to use the URL Encode/Decode

Step 1. Paste text.
Step 2. Pick encode or decode.
Step 3. Copy the result.

Frequently asked questions

Difference between encodeURI and encodeURIComponent?: encodeURI preserves URL structure characters (: / ? #). encodeURIComponent escapes them — use it for query parameter values.

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