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URL Decoder

Percent-decode a URL back to readable text.

What Is a URL Decoder?

The URL Decoder converts percent-encoded strings back into readable text. It reverses URL encoding by translating %XX sequences into their original characters, turning query strings and encoded links back into human-readable form.

How to Use This URL Decoder

  1. 1
    Input TextPaste a percent-encoded URL such as hello%20world.
  2. 2
    Instant DecodingThe readable text is recovered.
  3. 3
    Copy ResultClick the copy button to save it.

Frequently Asked Questions

If the input contains an invalid escape such as '%zz', the decoder reports an error rather than producing garbage output.
No. It follows URL standard decoding, so '+' stays as '+' rather than becoming a space (that is form-encoding behavior).