How do I decode a percent-encoded URL string online?

Paste your percent-encoded URL or query string above. The decoder converts every %XX sequence back to its original character and displays the plain text instantly. Works entirely in your browser.

Does the URL decoder handle %20 (space) and common percent-encoded characters?

Yes. All standard percent-encoded sequences are decoded: %20 → space, %26 → &, %3D → =, %2F → /, and so on. Multi-byte UTF-8 sequences (e.g. %E2%82%AC → €) are also correctly decoded.

Can I decode a full URL with path, query string, and fragment?

Yes. You can paste an entire URL and the decoder will decode all percent-encoded sequences across the path, query string, and fragment. This is useful for making log entries and redirects readable.

What is the difference between URL decode and HTML entity decode?

URL decoding converts %XX sequences back to characters (used in URLs and HTTP). HTML entity decoding converts sequences like & → &, < → <, → non-breaking space (used in HTML markup). They are different encoding schemes for different contexts.

Is the URL decoder free and private?

Yes — free, no account, runs in your browser.

URL decode

URL Decode

Q: Is the URL decoder free and private?

Yes — free, no account, runs in your browser.

Decode percent-encoded URL strings back to plain text. Instant, no upload.

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Output

How it works

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Type or paste input
Paste your value into the input field. No file needed — works directly in your browser.
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Get instant results
The result appears in real time as you type. No server, no upload.
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Copy the output
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