URL
A URL (Uniform Resource Locator) is the address used to access a website or a specific page on the internet. It tells your browser where to find a resource online. Without URLs, browsers would not know which website to open.
How it works
When you type or click a URL, your browser uses it to locate the correct server and request the content. The server then sends the data back to your browser.
Parts of a URL
A typical URL includes:
- Protocol — https://
- Domain name — example.com
- Path — /page-name
Each part helps the browser understand how and where to connect.
Why URLs are important
URLs help with:
- Opening websites
- Sharing links
- Organizing web content
- Navigation on the internet
A simple example
Think of a URL as a home address. It tells the browser exactly where to go.
Related terms
Source
Information simplified from the Wikipedia article “URL”.