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URL Decode

Decode percent-encoded URLs back to readable text by converting %XX sequences

URL (Encoded)
Input
Mode
Text (Decoded)
Output

What is URL Decode?

This URL Decode tool converts percent-encoded URLs back into readable text. When you encounter URLs with %20 (space), %3A (colon), or other %XX sequences, this tool decodes them back to their original characters. This is essential for debugging URLs, reading query parameters, inspecting UTM tracking links, analyzing API responses, and understanding encoded redirect URLs. Perfect for developers, marketers, and anyone working with web URLs.

How to Use

1

Paste the percent-encoded URL or text

2

Click Decode to convert %XX sequences to characters

3

Copy the decoded, readable output

4

Use for debugging, analysis, or documentation

Common Use Cases

Decode UTM tracking links to inspect parameters

Debug encoded URLs from logs and error messages

Read query parameters with encoded values

Decode redirect URLs and callback parameters

Inspect API responses with encoded URLs

Convert encoded URLs from analytics tools

Key Features

Instant percent-decoding conversion

Handles all %XX encoded sequences

Decodes Unicode characters and emoji

One-click copy to clipboard

Client-side processing - your data stays private

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Quick Examples

Try these to get started

Decode URL with %20

Convert %20 back to spaces

https://example.com/search?q=hello%20world

Decode query parameters

Decode special characters in query string

name=John%20Doe&email=john%40example.com

Decode fully encoded URL

Decode entire URL structure

https%3A%2F%2Fexample.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dhello%20world

Decode Unicode text

Decode Hebrew text from URL

https://example.com/search?q=%D7%A9%D7%9C%D7%95%D7%9D

Decode UTM parameters

Decode tracking parameters for analysis

utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=summer%202024

Common Questions

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