URL decoder

Decode percent-encoded URLs and query values, with an optional limit for nested encoding.

Decode percent-encoded URLs and query values, with an optional limit for nested encoding.

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URL component encodes separators in one value. Full URI preserves address separators such as :, /, ?, #, and &.
Uses + for spaces in form-style query data. In ordinary URLs, a literal + and a space are different characters.
Decodes again while the result still contains valid percent-encoded sequences, stopping at the selected safety limit.

How to use URL decoder

Paste the encoded value, choose its scope, and use repeated decoding only when the source is known to contain nested encoding.

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Frequently asked questions

What does URL decoder do?

Decode percent-encoded URLs and query values, with an optional limit for nested encoding.

Is my data uploaded?

Your input and results are not uploaded or stored. They remain in this browser tab.

What should I check when using URL decoder?

Paste the encoded value, choose its scope, and use repeated decoding only when the source is known to contain nested encoding.