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URL Decode

URL decode percent-encoded strings online. Convert %20, %26 and other encoded characters back to readable text.

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How to Use URL Decode

  1. 1Paste your URL-encoded string.
  2. 2Click Decode.
  3. 3View the decoded readable output.
  4. 4Copy to clipboard.

Example

Input
Hello%20World%20%26%20more%21
Output
Hello World & more!

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Step-by-Step Guide: URL Decode

Learn how to use our URL Decode tool for professional results. URL decode percent-encoded strings online. Convert %20, %26 and other encoded characters back to readable text.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is URL decoding?+

URL decoding converts percent-encoded sequences (%XX) back to their original characters.

When would I need to decode a URL?+

When reading API responses, debugging HTTP requests, or parsing redirected URLs.

What about + signs?+

In form submissions, + represents a space and is decoded correctly.

Can I decode a full URL?+

Yes, paste the full URL and only the encoded components will be decoded.

Is it safe to decode untrusted URLs?+

The decoder is purely text-based and doesn't navigate to any URLs, so it is safe.