# URL Encoder & Decoder — Free Online Tool | Ibrahim Tools

> Encode a query parameter or decode percent-escaped text.

Canonical: https://tools.ibrahimwali.com/url-encoder-decoder
Author: [Muhammad Ibrahim](https://ibrahimwali.com)

## How to use

1. Enter a parameter value.
2. Choose Encode or Decode.
3. Copy the result into the appropriate URL field.

## Questions and limitations

### How do I use the url encoder & decoder?

Enter a parameter value. Choose Encode or Decode. Copy the result into the appropriate URL field.

### What should I check before using the result?

Encoding applies to a single component. Do not encode an entire URL if you need to preserve its slashes and question mark.

### Is my input stored or uploaded?

No. Tool input stays in browser memory and is not sent to a server. Favorites and recent tool names are saved locally only. Reloading clears your input.

## Guide

- [URL Encoder & Decoder guide](https://tools.ibrahimwali.com/blog/url-encoder-decoder-guide)

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