URL Parser
A URL parser splits a web address into its parts so you can read and check each one. Paste a URL and this free tool shows the protocol, host, port, path, every query parameter with its decoded value, and the fragment. You can edit the parts and rebuild the address, or parse a whole list at once.
If input is /path/to/page, base is used to construct full URL.
| Component | Parsed Value | Notes / Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | - | scheme + host + port |
| Protocol | e.g. https: | |
| Username | Userinfo authentication | |
| Password | Sensitive credential | |
| Hostname | - | |
| Port | Empty if default (80/443) | |
| Pathname | Segments | |
| Fragment | Anchor hash (#...) |
Query Parameters (0)
| # | Key / Name | Raw Encoded Value | Decoded Value | Flags | Action |
|---|
Parsed URLs List (0)
| # | Protocol | Host | Path | Params | Fragment |
|---|
What is a URL parser and when should you use it?
Every web address follows the same structure. Seeing it split into parts makes it easy to spot a wrong host, a duplicated parameter or a stray fragment. This tool uses the browser's own URL parser, so other software may read unusual addresses differently. Remove unwanted parameters with the Tracking Parameter Remover, and fix encoding with the URL Encoder and Decoder.
How do you use it?
- Paste a URL or a list.
- Press Parse.
- Read the parts and the parameter table.
- Edit a part and press Rebuild if you need a new address.
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Result interpretation & practical applications
When evaluating the output of the URL parser, review the parsed metrics against your specific site architecture. Outputs are formatted for direct implementation into your HTML source, web server configuration, or Google Search Console audit files.
Always inspect generated values for contextual nuance. Automated tools highlight structural patterns, but manual verification confirms that technical directives align with your overarching SEO strategy.
Technical rules and limitations
- The tool follows the WHATWG URL standard used by web browsers.
- Default ports, such as 443 for https, are not shown.
- Google recommends a simple URL structure with readable words.
The WHATWG URL standard and Google's URL structure best practices.
Common mistakes and troubleshooting
- Missing a duplicate parameter in a long query.
- Overlooking a password inside a URL.
- Copying addresses with a #fragment that should not be there.
No tool can promise how a search engine will crawl, index, or rank your pages. This tool generates and validates code against documented technical specifications; you determine where to deploy it, and you should always test changes on staging environments first. Google publishes extensive guidelines in Search Central on evaluating third-party SEO tools and advice. Learn more about our technical testing standards on our about us page, or explore full site audits on our pricing page.
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Authoritative Technical Documentation & Standards
This tool executes logic aligned with official technical documentation and search engine webmaster standards:
- WHATWG URL Living Standard
WHATWG: URL Living Standard
Primary engineering source and technical documentation.
- Google Search Central URL structure guide
Google Search Central: URL Structure Guidelines for Google
Primary engineering source and technical documentation.
URL Parser questions
Why is my port empty? ↓
It is the default port for the protocol, so browsers leave it out.
Can it read relative URLs? ↓
Yes, if you give a base URL.
Is my URL sent anywhere? ↓
No. It is parsed on this page.
Is this tool free? ↓
Yes. It is completely free to use and requires no registration or subscription.
Does this tool visit my website or store my files? ↓
No. It executes entirely in your local browser runtime. Your inputs and results are never stored or logged on our servers.
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