Text to Morse Code Converter
Type any message and read it in International Morse code - dots and dashes with proper letter spacing - or paste Morse and decode it back into readable text. Numbers and common punctuation are supported alongside the full alphabet.
Morse is the original text compression: SOS (··· – – – ···) has been saving lives since 1906. Whether you are learning for a radio license, building an escape-room puzzle, or just want to tap messages on a desk, this is the two-way bridge.
How to use
- Type your message in the first box - Morse appears instantly with letters separated by spaces.
- Paste Morse code in the second box (dots, dashes, spaces between letters) to decode it.
- Use the SOS example to check the spacing convention works as expected.
Frequently asked questions
How does Morse code encode letters?
Each letter is a unique sequence of dots (short marks) and dashes (long marks): A is ·–, B is –···, and the most common letters get the shortest codes - E is a single dot. Spaces separate letters; a slash or wider gap separates words.
What is SOS in Morse code?
SOS is ··· – – – ···. It was chosen for its unmistakable pattern, not as an abbreviation - it is not actually 'Save Our Souls'.
Is Morse code still used today?
Yes - amateur radio operators, aviation navigation beacons, assistive technology for people with limited mobility, and a surprising number of escape rooms and puzzles. It is no longer required for maritime licenses, retired in 1999.
Can I decode Morse without spaces between letters?
Not reliably - letter spacing is part of the code. ...-.. could be many things. The decoder needs spaces between letters (and slashes or extra gaps between words) to parse honestly.