URL Parser
Break down any URL into its components. Extract the protocol, hostname, path, query parameters, and more from any web address.
How It Works
Paste a URL
Enter any complete URL including the protocol, path, and any query strings or fragments.
Parse Instantly
Click "Parse URL" and the tool will immediately break the URL down into every standard component.
Copy Components
Review each component and copy individual values like the hostname, path, or specific query parameters.
Features
Full Breakdown
Extracts every URL component: protocol, host, port, path, query, and hash fragment.
Query Decoder
Automatically decodes and displays query parameters as readable key-value pairs.
Instant Results
Parses URLs in milliseconds using your browser's built-in URL API with no server calls.
Any URL Format
Supports HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, and other protocols with complex paths and encoded characters.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I parse a URL?
Paste any complete URL into the input field and click "Parse URL". The tool will immediately display each component including the protocol, hostname, path, query parameters, and hash fragment.
What are URL query parameters?
Query parameters are key-value pairs that appear after the question mark in a URL. They pass information to the server, such as search terms, pagination, or filter settings. Multiple parameters are separated by ampersands.
What is URL encoding and decoding?
URL encoding replaces special characters with percent-encoded values (e.g., spaces become %20). URL decoding reverses this process, turning encoded values back into readable characters. This tool automatically decodes parameters for readability.
Can I parse URLs with special characters?
Yes. The parser handles percent-encoded characters, international domain names, and all standard URL formats including those with ports, authentication credentials, and complex query strings.
What parts make up a URL?
A URL consists of a protocol (like https), hostname (the domain), optional port number, pathname (the resource path), query string (parameters after ?), and hash fragment (the section after #).
Is my URL data sent to a server?
No. All parsing happens entirely in your browser using the standard URL API. Your URLs are never transmitted to any server.