URL Decoder

URL Decoder is a simple and effective tool that allows you to convert encoded URLs back into their readable, original form. When a URL is encoded, characters such as spaces, symbols, and Unicode text get transformed into special codes like %20 or %3F. URL decoding reverses this process and restores the actual text.

Why Use the URL Decoder Tool

 Encoded URLs can be difficult to read or debug, especially when working with complex query strings or API requests. Decoding makes the URL clear, readable, and easy to analyze. This is essential when troubleshooting issues, checking parameters, or understanding how a link was originally structured.

What This Tool Can Decode

 The tool automatically converts:
 • %20 back into spaces
 • %3D, %3F, %26 and other reserved character codes
 • Special symbols such as #, +, /
 • Unicode characters and non-ASCII text
 • Any URL-encoded string used in forms, APIs, or redirects

This ensures you get the full, original text without encoded formatting.

Common Use Cases
• Reading and understanding complex encoded URLs
• Debugging redirect or API issues
• Extracting data from encoded query strings
• Restoring URLs before using them in applications
• Decoding form submissions or encoded parameters
• Checking encoded links from logs, analytics, or tracking systems

How to Use the Tool

1. Paste the encoded URL into the input field.
2. Click the Decode URL button.
3. The tool instantly decodes the URL and displays the original readable version.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is URL decoding?
    It is the process of converting encoded characters back to their original form so the URL becomes readable.
2. When should I decode a URL?
    You should decode URLs when you need to inspect query parameters, debug issues, or restore a readable version of the link.
3. Does decoding change the destination of the URL?
    No. It only changes how the characters are shown, not where the URL leads.
4. Can all encoded URLs be decoded?
    Yes. Any properly encoded URL can be fully decoded.
5. Is decoding safe?
    Yes. It simply converts text representation and does not modify the actual function of the URL.