Question 1

What is the purpose of URL encoding?

Accepted Answer

URL encoding, or percent-encoding, is necessary to convert characters that are not permitted in a URL (like spaces, hashes, or question marks) into a safe, uniform format. This ensures that web browsers and servers interpret the URL correctly.

Question 2

Is this tool client-side for security?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This URL Encoder/Decoder is a client-side tool, meaning all encoding and decoding operations are performed instantly within your web browser. The text you input never leaves your device or touches our servers.

Question 3

What is the difference between URL encoding and Base64 encoding?

Accepted Answer

URL encoding is used primarily to make text safe for transmission in a URL, while Base64 encoding is used to convert binary data into a text format so it can be reliably transmitted over the internet, often in email or JSON.

Question 4

Is the URL Encoder/Decoder free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this URL tool is completely free to use with no limits, sign-up, or registration required.

URL Encoder / Decoder