URL Decoder

Decode URL-encoded text back to readable format.

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How to Use the URL Decoder

  1. 1

    Paste or Type Your Text

    Enter the text you want to transform in the input field. You can type directly or paste text from any source.

  2. 2

    Configure Options (If Available)

    Some tools offer additional options to customize the transformation. Adjust these settings as needed.

  3. 3

    View Results in Real-Time

    The converted text appears instantly in the output field. Results update automatically as you type.

  4. 4

    Copy the Result

    Click the "Copy Result" button to copy the transformed text to your clipboard, ready to paste anywhere.

Examples & Use Cases

Decode Spaces

Input:

hello%20world

Output:

hello world

Decode Query String

Input:

name%3DJohn%26age%3D30

Output:

name=John&age=30

About the URL Decoder

The URL Decoder converts percent-encoded URLs back to readable text. Essential for debugging, analyzing server logs, and understanding encoded URLs and query strings.

How URL Decoding Works

  • %20 becomes space
  • %26 becomes &
  • %3D becomes =

Common Scenarios

  • Debugging - Understand encoded URLs
  • Log analysis - Read URLs from server logs
  • API troubleshooting - Decode request parameters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is URL decoding?

URL decoding converts percent-encoded characters back to original form. %20 becomes space, %26 becomes &.

Why decode URLs?

To debug web applications, analyze logs, inspect tracking URLs, and troubleshoot API issues.

What if URL is double-encoded?

Run the decoder again. Sometimes URLs are encoded multiple times.