URL Decode

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Or type/paste encoded URL below:

Decoding Options

Decode URL Encoding Convert %20 to space, %3A to :, etc.

Decode HTML Entities Convert &amp; to &, &lt; to <

Preserve Line Breaks Maintain original line formatting

Decoded URL

Note: Decode URL-encoded strings to their original form for readability and processing.

About This URL Decoder

This tool helps you decode URL-encoded strings back to their original characters. URL encoding replaces unsafe ASCII characters with "%" followed by hexadecimal digits. This decoder converts these encoded sequences back to readable text.

How to Use This Tool

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Step 1: Input your encoded URL using either:
   • Drag and drop a text file into the designated area
   • Click to browse and select a text file
   • Type or paste directly into the text box
2. Step 2: Select your desired decoding options
3. Step 3: Click "Decode URL" to convert encoded text
4. Step 4: Review your decoded URL in the output box
5. Step 5: Use the results by:
   • Clicking "Copy Text" to clipboard
   • Downloading as a text file
   • Manually selecting and copying

Decoding Options Explained:

• Decode URL Encoding: Converts %-encoded sequences to original characters
• Decode HTML Entities: Additionally converts HTML entities to characters
• Preserve Line Breaks: Maintains original line endings in the output

Common URL Encodings:

• %20 = Space
• %3A = : (colon)
• %2F = / (forward slash)
• %3F = ? (question mark)
• %3D = = (equals sign)
• %26 = & (ampersand)