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# Use the SecureStringDecode component

# Use the SecureStringDecode component {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Brazil  
Updated September 10, 2026  
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Decode a secure string by using the SecureStringDecode component in RPA Desktop Design Studio.

## Before you begin

Role required: none

## About this task

You can configure the properties for the Secure String Decode component. For more
information about these properties, see [Properties of the Encryption components](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/SRLq06ETxlCCZ9KKoGON6Q "Learn about the properties of the Encryption components in RPA Desktop Design Studio.").

## Procedure

1. In the Toolbox pane, navigate to SecurityEncryption.
2. Drag the Secure String Decode component to the Design surface.
3. To configure the input field, see [Configure port properties](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/ED3jBpqtlHH8p~yFFmyRBQ "Configure how data is passed to the input fields of a component or method in RPA Desktop Design Studio.").
4. **Optional:** Connect the data and control ports of the SecureStringDecode component to the corresponding ports of the other components as described in the following table.  
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   | Port type | Purpose of connection | Mandatory? |
   |-|-|-|
   | Data In (SecureString) | Passes the string that you want to decode from a previously executed component. | Yes |
   | Data Out | Returns the decoded string. | Yes To view the output, right-click the Return field and click Preview Data. |
   | Control In | Passes the control from a previously executed component. | Yes |
   | Control Out | Passes the control to the next component. | No |
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5. **Optional:** To test the component, under the DESIGN tab, click Run.

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