Quick Start
Before using URL tools, identify your need. For example, to clean link parameters, use 'URL Parser' to inspect the structure; to create a short link, use 'Slug Generator' to make a concise alias. HeronTool provides an all-in-one solution—no installation needed, just visit the webpage.
Core Steps
- Parse URL: Paste the full link into 'URL Parser', click 'Parse', and you'll see protocol, domain, path, query parameters, etc., useful for debugging or correction.
- Encode/Decode: If the link contains Chinese or special characters, use 'URL Encoder/Decoder' to convert to safe format. Input the text, choose 'Encode' to get %XX form, or 'Decode' to revert.
- Extract Links: To batch pull links from a webpage or text, use 'Extract URLs' tool. Paste the content, click 'Extract', and all valid URLs are listed automatically.
- Generate Canonical: To avoid duplicate content, use 'Canonical URL' tool. Enter the original URL, and the tool adds or adjusts the canonical tag for you.
- Create Friendly Slug: In 'Slug Generator', input a title, click 'Generate' to get a URL-friendly short string, ideal for article or product links.
FAQ
Q: How to handle relative paths after extraction?
A: First use 'URL Parser' to parse the base domain, then manually concatenate the relative path, or use 'URL Encoder/Decoder' to escape special characters.
Q: Can the generated slug be customized?
A: Yes, after the 'Slug Generator' outputs, you can manually modify it before copying.
Q: What's the difference between canonical links and redirects?
A: Canonical links tell search engines which URL to index preferentially, while redirects are automatic jumps—they serve different purposes and can be used together.
