NATO Phonetic Alphabet

Convert text into the NATO phonetic alphabet (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie…) so letters and digits can be spelled out clearly over radio or phone. Free and private, right in your browser.

Type any word, name, or code and instantly get its NATO phonetic spelling (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie...) so you can read it aloud clearly over a phone call, radio, or shaky video connection without letters getting mixed up.

How to use it

  1. Type or paste your text, name, or code into the input box
  2. Read the generated Alpha-Bravo-Charlie spelling that appears instantly
  3. Copy it to read aloud or share with whoever needs the exact spelling

Frequently asked questions

Is there a standard version, or do different countries use different words?
This tool uses the ICAO/NATO standard (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie... Whiskey, X-ray, Yankee, Zulu), the same alphabet used by pilots, the military, and international radio operators. It's the only version that's actually a standard, so it's what you want for spelling out names or codes over a call.
Does it handle numbers and punctuation?
Yes. Digits get their standard spoken forms (0 is 'Zero', 9 is 'Niner', etc.) and common punctuation is converted too, so you can run a full email address or confirmation code through it, not just letters.
Does my text get sent anywhere?
No. The conversion happens right in your browser as you type. Nothing is uploaded or logged, so it's fine to run license plates, passwords, or reference numbers through it.