Restringer

cli Free

github.com

🇺🇸 United States

Quick Facts

Open Source

Yes GitHub

Platforms

windowsmaclinux

API Available

no

Account

Required

Skill Level

intermediate

Offline Capable

Yes

Output Formats

txt

What it does

Node.js-based JavaScript deobfuscator that automatically detects obfuscation patterns and applies targeted deobfuscation. Features 40+ modules organized into safe (no execution) and unsafe (sandboxed eval) categories. Specialized processors for obfuscator.io, Caesar Plus, and other common obfuscators. Uses isolated-vm sandbox for secure code evaluation. Available as CLI tool or Node module.

When to use it

Deobfuscating JavaScript malware
Analyzing obfuscator.io protected code
Automated batch deobfuscation
Integrating into analysis pipelines

When not to use it

Quick one-off deobfuscation (use de4js)
Non-JavaScript code
When you need browser-based tool

Limitations

Requires Node.js 16+
CLI tool
not browser-based
May not handle all custom obfuscation

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Restringer free to use?

Yes, Restringer is completely free to use with no subscription required.

What platforms does Restringer support?

Restringer is available on Windows, macOS, Linux.

Does Restringer require an account?

No, Restringer does not require an account. You can use it without signing up.

Is Restringer open source?

Yes, Restringer is open source. The source code is available on GitHub.

What are the limitations of Restringer?

Requires Node.js 16+ CLI tool not browser-based

What does Restringer do?

Restringer is a command-line tool for code deobfuscation. Node.js-based JavaScript deobfuscator that automatically detects obfuscation patterns and applies targeted deobfuscation. Features 40+ modules organized into safe (no execution) and unsafe (sandboxed

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