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Decode Percent-Encoded URLs and Parameters

Decode percent-encoded URLs, query strings and parameters into readable text for debugging links, redirects, forms and API values.

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URL Decoder for Percent-Encoded Text

Turn percent-encoded text back into readable characters so you can inspect query strings, redirect parameters, form values and API data more easily.

How to use this tool

Paste your text into the input field.
Click the action button to process it.
Copy or download the result.

Privacy

Processed locally; nothing is uploaded.

Inspect encoded URL values

Decode copied query parameters and URL-encoded strings when debugging links, redirects, analytics parameters, forms and API calls.

The result is produced locally so you can immediately copy or download readable text.

Decode Percent-Encoded URLs and Parameters FAQ

What does a URL decoder do?

It converts percent-encoded sequences back into readable characters, making encoded URL values easier to inspect.

Can it decode query-string values?

Yes. Paste an encoded query value or other percent-encoded text to decode it.

Does URL decoding change plus signs?

URL encoding conventions can treat plus signs differently depending on whether the value came from form encoding or a URI component, so inspect the source format when decoding.

Is the encoded text uploaded?

No. URL decoding runs locally in your browser.

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