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A1Z26 Cipher Decoder

Turn letters into numbers (A=1, B=2... Z=26) and numbers back into letters. Choose dashes, spaces or commas. Free A1Z26 cipher tool.

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What is the A1Z26 Cipher Decoder?

The A1Z26 cipher is the easiest code to learn. Each letter is replaced by its place in the alphabet: A is 1, B is 2, and Z is 26. "HELLO" becomes 8-5-12-12-15.

Type a word to get numbers, or paste numbers to read the word. Words are kept apart so you can still tell where each one ends.

How to use it

  1. Pick Encode (letters to numbers) or Decode.
  2. Type or paste in the left box.
  3. Copy the result from the right box.

Why people like this tool

Both ways

Letters to numbers, and back.

Choose the gap

Dash, space or comma between numbers.

Words stay apart

Word breaks are kept.

Capitals or small

Pick the style when decoding.

How it works, in one picture

Infographic: how to use the A1Z26 Cipher Decoder in 3 easy steps: Choose your options, Add more details and Copy the result. You get: Both ways, Choose the gap, Words stay apart and Capitals or small.

Frequently asked questions

What is the A1Z26 cipher?
It replaces each letter with its number in the alphabet, from A=1 to Z=26.
How do I decode numbers to letters?
Choose Decode and paste the numbers. Use a slash or a new line between words.
Is it a secure code?
No. It is a fun puzzle code that anyone can read.

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