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A1Z26 Cipher

Encode letters as numbers (A=1, B=2, ...).

Encoded
8-5-12-12-15 23-15-18-12-4

A1Z26 maps each letter to its position: A=1, B=2 ... Z=26. Spaces and punctuation are passed through. This is the simplest substitution cipher and offers no real security. Often used in escape rooms and treasure hunt puzzles.

About

The simplest letter-to-number substitution. A=1 through Z=26. Encode either direction. Spaces and punctuation pass through unchanged. Common in puzzle hunts and escape rooms.

How to use

  1. Pick encode or decode.
  2. Type your text or numbers.
  3. Pick a separator.

FAQ

Is this real encryption?+

No. It's a one-to-one substitution that's trivially reversible. Useful for fun puzzles, not for keeping secrets.