URL Decode

About This Tool

So, you've got a URL that looks like it's been through a blender—full of %20s, %3F marks, and other weird symbols. Yeah, that’s URL encoding for you. It’s how browsers and servers safely pass data around without breaking things. But when you’re trying to read it or debug something, it’s basically gibberish.

That’s where URL decoding comes in. It takes that messy, encoded string and turns it back into plain, readable text. Think of it like translating a secret code back into English. Simple, right? Well, mostly. There are a few quirks, but once you get the hang of it, it’s pretty straightforward.

This tool just does one thing: takes your encoded URL and decodes it. No fluff, no ads, no “premium features.” Just paste, click, and see what you really sent or received.

Key Features

• Instant decoding—no waiting, no loading screens.
• Handles all standard URL-encoded characters (%20 for space, %3A for colon, etc.).
• Works with query strings, paths, and full URLs.
• No data stored—your input disappears the second you leave the page.
• Works in your browser. No downloads, no plugins.
• Handles edge cases like double encoding (when someone encodes an already encoded string).

FAQ

Q: Why would I need to decode a URL?
A: Usually because you’re debugging an API call, checking what data got sent in a form, or just curious about what that weird-looking link actually says. Sometimes URLs get encoded by accident, and decoding helps you figure out what went wrong.

Q: Is it safe to paste sensitive URLs here?
A: The tool runs entirely in your browser—nothing gets sent to a server. So yes, it’s safe from that angle. But don’t paste URLs with passwords or tokens unless you’re okay with them being in your browser history or visible on your screen. Common sense, really.