How should letters be separated?

With a single space. Words are separated with '/'.

Why do I see a question mark in my result?

That sequence isn't a valid Morse character — usually a missing space or an extra dot.

Can it decode numbers?

Yes. Digits use five symbols each, like '.----' for 1.

Does it support other alphabets?

It uses the international (Latin) Morse alphabet only.

No. It works on written dots and dashes.

Morse Code Decoder

Decode Morse code back into readable text.

Reading time:: 2 min
Last updated:: 5 August 2026
Price:: Free, no signup

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What the Morse Code Decoder does

Paste dots and dashes and get readable text back. '.... . .-.. .-.. ---' turns into 'HELLO'. Leave a space between letters and use '/' (or three spaces) between words.

It reads the international Morse alphabet including digits and common punctuation, so you can decode almost any message written in standard form.

Why the Morse Code Decoder is useful

Morse shows up in escape rooms, film scenes, song lyrics and gift engravings. Decoding it with a chart is slow, especially for longer messages.

Radio learners also use a decoder to check what they copied by ear against the original transmission.

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How to use the Morse Code Decoder

1
Paste the Morse code
Use '.' and '-' with spaces between letters.
2
Separate words
Put '/' between words if the message has more than one.
3
Read the text
The decoded message appears instantly.

Key features

Reads letters, numbers and punctuation
Accepts '/' as a word break
Marks unknown sequences so you can spot mistakes
Live decoding

Benefits

Solve puzzle clues in seconds
Check your Morse practice copy
Read hidden messages on gifts and artwork

Real-life use cases

Escape room

A team finds a strip of dots and dashes on the wall, types it in and gets the four-digit lock code.

Radio practice

A learner writes down a practice broadcast by ear, then decodes their notes to see which letters they misheard.

Tips for the best results

If a letter comes out wrong, check that two letters weren't run together without a space.
Some sources use '_' or '·' — replace them with '-' and '.' first.
Ending a long message with '.-.-.' (AR) means 'end of message' in radio use.

Conclusion

Paste any Morse message to read it instantly — handy for puzzles, gifts and checking your radio practice.

Frequently asked questions

How should letters be separated?: With a single space. Words are separated with '/'.
What does '.-' mean?: The letter A.
Why do I see a question mark in my result?: That sequence isn't a valid Morse character — usually a missing space or an extra dot.
Can it decode numbers?: Yes. Digits use five symbols each, like '.----' for 1.
Does it support other alphabets?: It uses the international (Latin) Morse alphabet only.
Can it decode audio?: No. It works on written dots and dashes.

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