URL Parser
Enter a URL to break it down into its individual components.
About URL Parser
This free online URL parser breaks down any URL into its individual components using the browser's built-in URL constructor. It extracts the protocol, hostname, port, pathname, query string, individual query parameters, hash fragment, and origin. All parsing happens locally in your browser — no data is sent to a server.
How to Use
- Paste or type a complete URL into the input field (include the protocol, e.g.,
https://). - Click Parse URL or press Enter to break it down.
- View each component in the results table. Query parameters are displayed separately as key-value pairs.
- Click the Copy button next to any component to copy its value to your clipboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the parts of a URL?
A URL consists of a protocol (e.g., https), hostname (e.g., example.com), optional port number, pathname (e.g., /page), query string (key-value parameters after ?), and hash fragment (after #). Together, these components tell the browser exactly where and how to fetch a resource.
Why does parsing fail?
The browser's URL constructor requires a valid, absolute URL including a protocol. Strings like “example.com” without https:// will fail. Make sure your input starts with a scheme such as http://, https://, or ftp://.
What is the difference between host and hostname?
The hostname is just the domain name (e.g., example.com), while host includes the port number if one is specified (e.g., example.com:8080).
Is my URL data stored or sent anywhere?
No. Parsing is performed entirely in your browser using the native URL API. Nothing is transmitted to any server.