Encode Unsafe Characters in URLs to Prevent Errors

Link Analyzer

What is this warning?

A URL on your page contains characters (like spaces, `"`, or <`) that are not safe for use in web addresses. These characters can be misinterpreted by browsers and servers, leading to broken links and errors. To fix this, these characters need to be 'percent-encoded' into a safe format.

How to Fix This Issue

How to Fix It

The Problem

https://example.com/search?q=my search query

The Solution

Replace the unsafe characters with their percent-encoded equivalents. For example, a space becomes `%20`.

https://example.com/search?q=my%20search%20query

Why This Works

Properly encoding URLs ensures that they are correctly interpreted by all web systems, preventing broken links and ensuring a reliable user experience.

SEO Impact

This issue can affect your site's search engine rankings and user experience. Addressing it promptly helps ensure optimal performance and visibility in search results.

Automatic Detection

Black SEO Analyzer automatically checks for this warning during site analysis, along with hundreds of other technical SEO issues.

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