URL encoding (also known as percent encoding) is essential for safely transmitting data over the internet. It converts special characters into a format that can be properly handled by web browsers, servers, and APIs. Our tool helps you encode URLs, query parameters, and form data to ensure they work correctly across all web platforms.
Query Parameters: Encode search terms and form data in URLs
API Development: Prepare data for HTTP requests and responses
Web Scraping: Properly format URLs with special characters
Social Media Sharing: Encode URLs for social platforms and messaging
Email Links: Ensure clickable links work in email clients
Percent Encoding: Converts special characters to %XX format (hex values)
Reserved Characters: Encodes spaces, &, ?, #, and other URL-sensitive characters
UTF-8 Support: Properly handles international characters and emojis
Safe Characters: Letters, numbers, and some symbols (- _ . ~) remain unchanged
Universal Compatibility: Works with all web browsers and HTTP libraries