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URL Path Extractor

Extract the path from a full URL so you can inspect route structure without the rest of the link.

Tool

Use this URL Path Extractor to pull the pathname from a full URL. It is useful for debugging routes, checking redirect targets, reviewing API endpoints, inspecting long links, and understanding the path portion of a URL without manually removing the protocol, host, query string, or fragment.

About this tool

Use this URL Path Extractor to pull the pathname from a full URL. It is useful for debugging routes, checking redirect targets, reviewing API endpoints, inspecting long links, and understanding the path portion of a URL without manually removing the protocol, host, query string, or fragment.

Use url path extractor when you need a fast browser-based result without extra setup. It works well for quick checks, one-off tasks, and routine formatting or calculation work.

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Why use this tool

How to use

  1. Paste a full URL into the input box
  2. Click Run Tool to extract the path
  3. Review the pathname in the output box
  4. Copy the result for debugging or reuse
  5. Run it again with another URL if needed

Examples

Example

Input

https://example.com/search?q=test

Output

/search

Useful when you want only the pathname without query parameters.

Example

Input

https://api.example.com/items/42/details?expand=true

Output

/items/42/details

Helpful when checking a full API route.

Common errors

The input is not a full valid URL

Fix: Use a full URL with a protocol such as https://example.com/path.

The user expects the query string to be included in the result

Fix: This tool returns only the pathname. Use URL Splitter if you also need the query.

The input is only a host or partial string

Fix: Paste a full URL so the path can be extracted correctly.

FAQ

What does a URL Path Extractor do?

It extracts the pathname part from a full URL.

Does it include the query string?

No. It returns only the path portion of the URL.

What is the difference between URL Path Extractor and URL Splitter?

URL Path Extractor returns only the pathname, while URL Splitter shows several URL parts at once.

Do I need a full URL?

Yes. A full URL with protocol works best.

Why is my result empty or invalid?

The most common reasons are malformed input, missing protocol, or using partial text instead of a full URL.

Use cases

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