URL Encode

Free Online URL Encode Tool

Convert any URL or string into a percent-encoded format using WebTooly's free URL Encoder. Perfect for developers, marketers, and SEO professionals working with web forms, APIs, or HTTP requests. No signup required.

What is URL Encoding?

URL encoding, also known as percent-encoding, is the process of replacing unsafe ASCII characters in URLs with a "%" followed by two hexadecimal digits. For example, spaces become %20, slashes become %2F, and ampersands become %26.

Example

Original URL:

https://google.com

Encoded:

https%3A%2F%2Fgoogle.com

Why Use Our URL Encoder?

• Encode special characters for safe transmission in URLs
• Prepare query strings for APIs or GET/POST requests
• Avoid errors when submitting form or user input
• Works with JavaScript, Python, PHP, Java, and more
• Fast, web-based, and completely free

How to Use This Tool

1. Paste your plain text or URL into the input box
2. Click the “Encode” button
3. Copy the encoded result and use it in your code, link, or API

Common Use Cases

• Encode data in JavaScript fetch() or axios() requests
• Securely pass parameters via PHP or Python GET/POST methods
• Use encoded URLs in HTML forms or email links
• Build error-free API endpoints in C#, Java, Node.js, or Spring Boot

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What does this tool do?

This tool converts text or URLs into a format that replaces special characters with percent symbols, making them safe for transmission online.

Is URL encoding the same as Base64 encoding?

No. URL encoding encodes unsafe characters in URLs using percent symbols. Base64 is used for encoding binary files like images and PDFs.

How is a space encoded in URLs?

Spaces are encoded as %20. In older systems, + is also used, but %20 is now the standard.

Is this tool free to use?

Yes! This online URL Encoder is completely free and doesn't require registration or installation.

Can I decode a URL as well?

Yes, you can. Use our URL Decode Tool to reverse any percent-encoded URL back into its original form.

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Try the Free URL Encode Tool

WebTooly's URL Encoder provides a simple yet powerful way to make your URLs web-safe, secure, and API-friendly — in one click.