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URL Decode
Decode percent-encoded query strings, paths, and fragments back into readable text.
Process the input to see the result here.
Decode percent-encoded query strings, paths, and fragments back into readable text. URL Decode uses Encoded value (textarea, required) and returns a browser-generated result that can be reviewed before copying.
When to use
Use URL Decode when your workflow needs decode percent-encoded query strings, paths, and fragments back into readable text. Example workflow: name%3DAna%20%26%20age%3D20 -> name=Ana & age=20.
Input
Enter the data requested by the tool. Fields: Encoded value (textarea, required). Example input: name%3DAna%20%26%20age%3D20
Output
The tool returns a processed result to copy or review. Example output: name=Ana & age=20. Then use related tools to validate, convert, or continue the same workflow.
- Open the tool and review the expected input type. Fields: Encoded value (textarea, required).
- Paste, upload, or fill in the requested data in the form. Start from the example pattern: name%3DAna%20%26%20age%3D20.
- Run the processing step and read validation messages if they appear.
- Review the result, copy only what you need, and validate it before production use.
- Decode a query fragment: Use URL Decode in this workflow: name%3DAna%20%26%20age%3D20 -> name=Ana & age=20.
- Read UTF-8 characters: Use URL Decode in this workflow: caf%C3%A9%20com%20leite -> café com leite.
- Invalid or incomplete input: If the tool rejects the input, review these fields and formats before trying again: Encoded value (textarea, required). Review required fields, accepted formats, and validation messages before using the result.
- Sensitive data: Processing runs in the browser, so review any sensitive data before pasting, uploading, or sharing it. Avoid sharing results until you review tokens, documents, files, or personal data involved.
- Large inputs: Very large files or text can take longer in the browser and should be validated before critical workflows.
Decode a query fragment
Input: name%3DAna%20%26%20age%3D20
Output: name=Ana & age=20
Read UTF-8 characters
Input: caf%C3%A9%20com%20leite
Output: café com leite
Does URL Decode validate the whole query?
No. It only decodes escaped characters from the provided string.
What happens with invalid encoded input?
The tool returns an error when decoding fails.
Is + automatically converted to space?
No. decodeURIComponent does not convert + to space automatically.
Can I decode path, query, or fragment text?
Yes. It accepts any URL-encoded segment as text input.
Does data stay local?
Yes. Decoding runs locally in the browser.
How do I use this tool safely?
Use the tool as a short workflow: review the expected input, run processing, and validate the output: Fields: Encoded value (textarea, required). Example workflow: name%3DAna%20%26%20age%3D20 -> name=Ana & age=20. Enter the requested input, run the tool, and review validation messages or warnings before copying the result.
Which inputs and outputs should I check?
Check this tool's input fields, examples, and output before using the result: Encoded value (textarea, required). Use the fields, formats, and limits described in the tool interface; review the output before applying it to critical workflows.