URL Encode
Percent-encode a string.
How to use URL Encode
URL Encode — Percent-encode text for a URL query component. Spaces become +. Free to use in D2i DevTools — no account required.
Steps
- Fill in Input. This field is required.
- Click Run and copy the result under the form.
Frequently asked questions
What is URL Encode used for?
Use it to place a search string or parameter value into a query without breaking on & = or spaces.
How do I use the free online URL Encode tool?
Fill in Input. This field is required. Click Run and copy the result under the form.
What can I paste or upload into URL Encode?
Paste the raw value, not a full URL. a b&c becomes a+b%26c.
What output does URL Encode give me?
An application/x-www-form-urlencoded string. Letters and digits stay as-is; other bytes are %HH or + for space.
Is URL Encode free, and is my input private?
Yes — Your input is processed in memory for this request only. It is not saved to disk or the database, and it is cleared after the tool finishes.
When should I use Path Escape instead?
Use URL Encode for query values (space as +). Use Path Escape for a single path segment, where space must be %20 and + stays a plus.
Inputs are processed in memory only and are not saved to disk or the database. Data exists only for the duration of your request.