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IDN Decode

Convert a punycode domain back into readable Unicode form.

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Use this IDN Decode tool to convert ASCII punycode hostnames back into readable Unicode domain names. It is useful for browser checks, domain review, debugging internationalized hostnames, and understanding what a punycode domain represents in its readable form.

About this tool

Use this IDN Decode tool to convert ASCII punycode hostnames back into readable Unicode domain names. It is useful for browser checks, domain review, debugging internationalized hostnames, and understanding what a punycode domain represents in its readable form.

Use idn decode when you need a fast browser-based result without extra setup. It works well for quick checks, one-off tasks, and routine formatting or calculation work.

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Why use this tool

How to use

  1. Paste a punycode domain into the input box
  2. Click Run Tool to decode it
  3. Review the Unicode hostname output
  4. Check whether the result matches the expected readable domain
  5. Copy the decoded domain for review or documentation

Examples

Example

Input

xn--7db6aa.xn--4dbrk0ce

Output

דוגמה.ישראל

Turns the ASCII hostname back into a readable Unicode domain.

Example

Input

xn--mnich-kva.com

Output

münich.com

Useful for checking what a punycode hostname looks like in readable form.

Common errors

The input is not actually punycode

Fix: Use IDN Decode on xn-- hostnames rather than plain Unicode domains.

Using a full URL when only the hostname matters

Fix: Use a clean domain or hostname when possible.

Confusing IDN decoding with URL decoding

Fix: IDN decoding is for hostnames, while URL decoding is for percent-encoded URL text.

FAQ

What does IDN Decode do?

It converts a punycode hostname back into readable Unicode form.

What does xn-- mean in a domain?

It indicates that the hostname uses punycode encoding for an internationalized domain name.

Is IDN decoding the same as URL decoding?

No. IDN decoding is specifically for hostnames, not percent-encoded URL text.

When should I use IDN Decode?

Use it when you want to read a punycode hostname as a normal Unicode domain.

What is the difference between IDN Decode and IDN Encode?

IDN Decode turns punycode into Unicode, while IDN Encode turns Unicode into punycode.

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