HTML URL Encoding

URL encoding converts special characters into a format that can be safely used in URLs.

Why URL Encoding Is Needed

URLs cannot contain spaces or special characters.

Example:

hello world

Encoded as:

hello%20world

URL Encoding Example

<a href="search.html?query=html%20tutorial">
  Search HTML Tutorial
</a>

Common Encoded Characters

• Space → %20
• ! → %21
• @ → %40
• # → %23

Important Notes

• Encoding ensures valid URLs
• Browsers encode URLs automatically
• Useful for query strings