URL Parser
Parse URLs into protocol, host, path, hash, and query parameters.
What this tool does
Break a full URL into structured components and decoded query parameters for debugging.
Tool interface
Input
Output
Example input
https://example.com:8080/path/to/page?utm_source=newsletter&id=42#section
Example output
{
"protocol": "https:",
"host": "example.com:8080",
"pathname": "/path/to/page",
"queryParams": {
"utm_source": "newsletter",
"id": "42"
}
}Step-by-step instructions
- Paste a full absolute URL including protocol.
- Click Transform to parse URL components.
- Inspect and copy/download the parsed JSON output.
Common use cases
- Inspecting callback URLs during OAuth and webhook integration.
- Debugging tracking links and query parameters.
- Breaking down redirect URLs to verify host and path values.
Useful for debugging redirects, query params, tracking links, and API callback URLs.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Pasting relative URLs without a protocol.
- Assuming duplicate query keys map to a single value.
- Forgetting percent-decoding when inspecting encoded parameters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this support relative URLs?
No. Input must be an absolute URL with protocol.
How are duplicate query params shown?
Duplicate keys are returned as arrays.
What input format does URL Parser expect?
Use the format shown in the example input on this page.
What does URL Parser output?
It returns transformed output you can copy or download as `parsed-url.json`.
Why might URL Parser return an error?
Most failures come from malformed input that does not match the expected format.
Does URL Parser run in the browser?
Yes. Transformations are designed for in-browser usage so you can test and iterate quickly.
Can I copy or download results from URL Parser?
Yes. You can copy the result or use the download action when file output is available.
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