ionCube Decoder FAQ

An ionCube decoder is a tool that converts ionCube-encrypted PHP files back into readable, editable source code. Our decoder handles all encoder versions and produces clean PHP that you can modify, audit, and maintain.

Decoding ionCube-encrypted PHP files is legal when you own the software or have permission from the copyright holder. Common legal use cases include recovering lost source code, auditing purchased software, migrating away from ionCube, and updating abandoned projects. You are responsible for ensuring you have the legal right to decode any file.

Our ionCube decoder analyzes the encrypted PHP bytecode, reverses the encoding process, and reconstructs clean, readable PHP source code. The decoder handles all ionCube protection levels automatically — you upload the file, and the decoder returns the original source code.

Our ionCube decoder supports PHP 7.4, 8.0, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, and 8.4. Files encoded with any ionCube encoder version (v10 through v15) are supported. The decoder automatically detects the PHP version and applies the correct decoding strategy.

Yes. Our ionCube decoder runs entirely online — simply upload your encrypted .php or .zip file, and the decoder processes it automatically. No software installation or command-line tools required.

Most files are decoded in under 60 seconds. Larger projects with many classes and methods may take a few minutes. The decoder processes files in parallel for speed, and you can track progress in real-time from your dashboard.

Yes. All uploaded files are encrypted at rest and automatically deleted after 7 days. No human ever accesses your source code. We do not store, share, or read your files.

Yes. Every account includes free trial uploads. The free trial gives you a preview of the decoded output so you can verify quality before purchasing.

If a file cannot be decoded, you automatically receive a full credit refund. Failed decodes do not count against your trial limit. You only pay for successful results.

Yes. Upload a ZIP archive containing multiple encoded PHP files, or upload files individually. Bulk discounts are available for 50+ files. Enterprise API access is available for high-volume decoding.

You can upload individual .php files encoded with ionCube, or a .zip archive containing multiple PHP files. The maximum file size is 100MB per upload. ZIP files are extracted automatically.

Decoded files are stored encrypted on our servers for 7 days so you can download them. After 7 days, all files are permanently deleted. You can also delete files manually at any time from your dashboard.

Yes. If a file cannot be decoded, you automatically receive a full credit refund. Failed decodes do not count against your trial limit.

We accept all major credit cards via Stripe, PayPal, and cryptocurrency payments (BTC, ETH, USDT). All payment processing is secure and encrypted.

Yes. Enterprise API access is available for high-volume decoding and automated pipelines. Contact us for API documentation and pricing.