URL Decode

Decode URL-encoded text

Input Text

Paste or type your text here

Output Text

Processed text will appear here

How It Works

Decode URL-encoded text

Decode URL-encoded strings back to readable text. Convert percent-encoded characters (%20, %26, %3D, etc.) back to their original characters. Essential for reading encoded URLs, debugging API parameters, and understanding encoded query strings.

Key Features

  • Decode all percent-encoded characters
  • UTF-8 decoding support
  • Handles + as space (form encoding)
  • Instant decoding with error handling

How to URL Decode Text

  1. 1

    Paste encoded string

    Enter the URL-encoded text.

  2. 2

    Text is decoded

    Percent-encoded characters are converted back.

  3. 3

    Copy decoded text

    Click copy for the readable text.

Common Use Cases

  • Reading encoded URLs from links or logs
  • Debugging URL query parameters
  • Decoding form submission data
  • Understanding encoded redirect URLs

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it handle + signs?
Yes. Plus signs (+) are decoded as spaces, matching the application/x-www-form-urlencoded standard used in HTML form submissions.

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