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URL Decoder

Decode URL-encoded text instantly. Convert percent-encoded strings back to readable text. Perfect for decoding query parameters, form data, and special characters. 


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                💡 How to Use This Tool
            

            

                Decode any URL-encoded text back to readable format in seconds. Follow these simple steps:
            

            

                

                    
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Enter Encoded Text

                        
Paste the URL-encoded text you want to decode into the input field.

                    

                

                

                    
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Click Decode

                        
Press the "Decode URL" button to convert your text.

                    

                

                

                    
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View Result

                        
Your decoded text appears instantly in the result area.

                    

                

                

                    
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Copy Result

                        
Click "Copy" to copy the decoded result to your clipboard.

                    

                

            

        


        
        


        
        

            

                📖 About URL Decoder
            

            

                
What is URL Decoding?


URL decoding (also known as percent-decoding) is the reverse process of URL encoding. It converts percent-encoded characters back to their original form, making encoded URLs and query strings readable again.


How URL Decoding Works


URL decoding takes sequences like %20 (which represents a space) or %26 (which represents an ampersand) and converts them back to their original characters. The decoder reads each percent sign followed by two hexadecimal digits and translates it to the corresponding UTF-8 character.


Common Use Cases


    

  • Reading Query Parameters: Decode values from URL query strings
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  • Debugging APIs: Understand encoded requests and responses
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  • Analyzing Links: Read encoded URLs from emails or documents
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  • Form Data Analysis: Decode URL-encoded form submissions
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  • Log Analysis: Decode URLs in server logs
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  • Data Recovery: Restore encoded text to readable format
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Privacy & Security


This tool runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript's built-in decodeURIComponent() function. Your text is never sent to any server—all decoding happens locally on your device.


Technical Details


    

  • Uses decodeURIComponent() for proper UTF-8 decoding
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  • Handles multi-byte UTF-8 sequences correctly
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  • Fully supports Unicode characters and emojis
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  • Provides error handling for malformed encoded strings
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        ❓ Frequently Asked Questions
    

    
    

                    

                
                

                    

                        Yes! All decoding happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your text never leaves your device and is not sent to any server.
                    

                

            

                    

                
                

                    

                        URL decoding converts percent-encoded values (like %20 for space) back to their original characters. Base64 decoding converts Base64-encoded strings back to their binary or text form. These are different encoding schemes for different purposes.
                    

                

            

                    

                
                

                    

                        The decoder will show an error message if it encounters malformed percent-encoded sequences. Valid encoded sequences will still be decoded, and any regular text passes through unchanged.
                    

                

            

                    

                
                

                    

                        Yes! This tool uses decodeURIComponent() which properly handles UTF-8 decoding. Encoded emojis and special characters from any language are fully supported.