Who We Are
We’re a small team of licensed amateur radio operators, emergency preparedness instructors, and web developers who share a common belief: Morse code is too valuable to become a forgotten skill.
Our backgrounds span decades of hands-on experience. Several team members hold Amateur Extra class licenses, the highest level issued by the FCC. Others have worked in search and rescue, emergency management, and outdoor education. We’ve used Morse code in real situations, from backcountry emergencies to amateur radio contests where reliable communication matters.
We built this site because we noticed a gap. Most Morse code resources online are either outdated, overly technical, or designed for a narrow audience. We wanted to create tools and guides that work for everyone: hikers preparing for worst-case scenarios, students learning for the first time, amateur radio enthusiasts sharpening their skills, and curious minds exploring a communication method that shaped history.
What We Do
Our focus is practical application. Every tool on this site serves a real purpose. The Morse Code Translator lets you convert text to Morse and back instantly, useful for learning, decoding messages, or preparing communications. The Morse Code Alphabet provides a complete reference chart for memorization and quick lookup. The SOS Signal Visualizer turns your smartphone into an emergency beacon, because knowing the pattern is one thing, but having a reliable way to transmit it matters when it counts.
We research, test, and refine. When we publish timing specifications for Morse code signals, those numbers come from international standards established by the International Telecommunication Union. When we explain how far a flashlight signal travels at night, we’re drawing from field experience and published search and rescue data. We don’t guess, and we don’t make claims we can’t support.
Why Morse Code Still Matters
Morse code has been declared obsolete several times. Maritime services officially retired it in 1999. The FCC dropped the Morse code requirement for amateur radio licenses in 2007. Yet the skill persists, and for good reason.
Morse code works when nothing else does. It requires minimal equipment. A signal can be sent with a flashlight, a mirror, a whistle, or a simple wire antenna. It cuts through noise and interference that would render voice communication useless. In disasters where infrastructure fails, amateur radio operators using Morse code have provided critical communication links.
Beyond emergencies, Morse code remains a living practice. Thousands of amateur radio operators use it daily, preferring its efficiency and the unique challenge it offers. It’s also a gateway to understanding how communication technology evolved—from telegraphs to texting, the principles remain connected.
Our Commitment to Accuracy
We take accuracy seriously. Our content is reviewed by team members with relevant credentials before publication. When standards or best practices change, we update our materials. If we make an error, we correct it promptly and transparently.
We don’t monetize misinformation. You won’t find exaggerated claims or sensationalized survival scenarios designed to drive clicks. Our goal is to be the resource we wished existed when we were learning—clear, reliable, and genuinely useful.
Get in Touch
We welcome feedback, corrections, and suggestions. If you spot an error, have a question, or want to share how you’ve used Morse code in your own life, reach out through our contact page. This site improves because people like you take the time to contribute.