Developer tools
URL Normalizer
Normalize a URL for consistent comparison and canonical links. Nothing you enter leaves your browser.
Your result will appear here.
What this tool does
About the URL Normalizer
Normalize a URL for consistent comparison and canonical links. It is intended for development and debugging workflows where a small, inspectable transformation is faster than setting up a script.
It is intended for development and debugging workflows where a small, inspectable transformation is faster than setting up a script.
How to use it
- Enter a full URL in the input pane. Use the example button if you want to see the expected syntax.
- Tracking parameters can be set to Remove common tracking parameters, Keep all parameters. Then select “Normalize URL.”
- Inspect the result for warnings or structural differences, then copy it into the destination system.
Practical example
Start with a known input
Try this sample input: HTTPS://Example.COM:443/a/../docs/?b=2&utm_source=test&a=1#top Select “Normalize URL” and compare the result with the source before using it elsewhere.
What to know about the result
- URL encoding replaces reserved or unsafe characters with percent-encoded bytes so values can travel safely in a URL component.
- Tracking parameters can be set to Remove common tracking parameters, Keep all parameters.
- Processing happens in this browser. Your entered text and selected files are not sent to FormatCalc for conversion.
Common questions
Using the URL Normalizer
Is the URL Normalizer free to use?
Yes. FormatCalc's URL Normalizer is free to use with no account required.
Is my data private when I use the URL Normalizer?
Yes. This tool processes your input locally in your browser. FormatCalc does not upload or store what you enter.
How do I use the URL Normalizer?
Paste or type your input, select any available options, and choose Normalize URL. You can then copy the result.
What should I check before using the result?
URL encoding replaces reserved or unsafe characters with percent-encoded bytes so values can travel safely in a URL component. Tracking parameters can be set to Remove common tracking parameters, Keep all parameters. Processing happens in this browser. Your entered text and selected files are not sent to FormatCalc for conversion.