URL Encoder
This free URL Encoder lets you safely encode text or data into a valid URL format. Whether you're working with query strings, API parameters, or form submissions—this tool helps you convert special characters into a format that's web-safe and browser-friendly.
When you paste text with spaces, symbols, or non-ASCII characters into a URL, it needs to be encoded. This tool replaces those characters with percent-encoded values (like %20
for a space), so your URLs won't break or cause errors.
What Does URL Encoding Do?
URL encoding (also known as percent-encoding) is used to convert characters that aren't safe for URLs into a format browsers and servers understand. For example:
space
→%20
&
→%26
=
→%3D
😊
→%F0%9F%98%8A
Basically, it ensures that your URLs stay valid, clean, and functional—especially when sending data through query parameters or API requests.
Why Use a URL Encoder?
Some characters have special meanings in URLs, like ?
, =
, and &
. If left unencoded, they can mess up how a browser or server interprets your URL. URL encoding ensures your links and requests work exactly the way you intend.
- You're generating URLs that include user input
- You want to pass emojis, symbols, or non-English characters via URL
- You're building GET requests or query strings
How to Use the URL Encoder Tool
- Paste your text or URL string into the input box.
- Click “Encode” to convert unsafe characters into a valid URL format.
- Copy the result and use it wherever needed—no manual conversion required!
Encode Only What You Need
You don't have to encode an entire URL—just the parts that can break, like query parameters, path variables, or dynamic text. This keeps your URLs clean and readable while still being safe for use.