URL Parser
Split a URL into its protocol, host, path, query string and fragment.
URL Parser
A URL is made of several parts, and mistakes in any of them can break a link. Paste an address and the parser splits it into protocol, host, path, query and more.
How to use URL Parser
- Paste the URL into the field.
- Click Parse.
- Read or copy the individual components.
When it comes in handy
- Debugging tracking parameters and long query strings.
- Checking which host and path a link really points to.
- Extracting components for use in code.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between path and query?
The path identifies the resource, such as /tool/ping. The query, after the question mark, carries parameters such as ?id=5.
What is a fragment?
The part after a # sign. It points to a place within the page and is not sent to the server.
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