ssl/tls csr decoder
Decode and inspect CSR or SSL certificate details including expiry, issuer, subject, and SAN fields. Free online tool — no data leaves your browser.
Local Decoding: This tool parses PEM encoded data directly in your browser using the node-forge library. Your certificates and CSRs are never transmitted to our servers, ensuring your security credentials remain private.
Getting Started in Seconds
Paste CSR
Copy and paste your PEM-formatted CSR (including BEGIN/END lines) into the box.
Decode
Click the decode button to extract the embedded identity and key information.
Verify Details
Carefully review the Common Name and Organization details for accuracy.
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Common
Questions
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1Ever found yourself needing to double-check the details of an SSL certificate before you pay for it or install it on your server?
Imagine you've just generated a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) and you want to be 100% sure there aren't any embarrassing typos in your company name or domain. Our SSL Decoder is like a digital 'blueprint reader' for your security files, instantly extracting and displaying your Organization, Common Name, and Location details. It ensures that your web security is professional and error-free from the very first step, saving you from a costly and time-consuming re-issuance process.
2Think of this as your private security inspector—does it actually see my private key while I'm decoding my files?
Imagine a scenario where the very tool you use to stay secure ends up exposing your secrets—that's a developer's worst nightmare. Our decoder is designed with absolute privacy in mind; it runs 100% 'client-side.' Your certificate or CSR never leaves your browser window, and since these files don't actually contain your private keys, there's zero risk to your server's deep security while you're inspecting your public identity details.
3Does this tool support all types of PEM certificates and CSRs?
Think of this as a universal key-reader for the web security world. It handles the most common 'PEM' formats used by Apache, Nginx, and cloud providers like AWS. Whether you're decoding a domain-validated certificate or a complex organizational request, our tool provides a clean, well-organized breakdown of every field, helping you verify your SSL setup with total confidence and ease.