Morse Code Converter
Encode text to Morse code or decode Morse code to text using the standard ITU encoding.
What is a Morse Code Converter?
A Morse code converter translates text into Morse code dot-and-dash sequences, or decodes Morse sequences back into readable text.
Morse code was developed in the 1830s by Samuel Morse for telegraphy. It assigns short (dot) and long (dash) signals to each letter and numeral, allowing messages to be transmitted as sound or light pulses. While superseded by digital communications, Morse code is still used in amateur radio (ham radio), aviation, and as an accessibility input method.
How to Use Morse Code Converter
- 1Choose 'Text to Morse' or 'Morse to Text' using the toggle.
- 2Paste or type in the input area.
- 3Output updates instantly.
- 4For decoding: separate letters with spaces and words with ' / '.
Features
- ✓Encodes text to Morse code and decodes Morse to text
- ✓ITU standard encoding for all letters and digits
- ✓Toggle between encode and decode with one click
- ✓Runs entirely in your browser
Common Use Cases
Amateur radio (ham radio)
A ham radio enthusiast preparing for their licensing exam practices encoding and decoding common words in Morse code using the converter to check their answers.
Educational demonstrations
A history teacher uses the converter to encode a famous historical message in Morse code as a classroom activity.
Puzzle and escape room design
A puzzle designer creates a Morse code clue by encoding a hint phrase and embedding the dot-dash sequence as a visual or audio element.