A "VIN decoder" software is a computer program designed to decode the information contained in a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is a unique alphanumeric code assigned to each motor vehicle, typically consisting of 17 characters. These characters provide specific information about the vehicle, such as the manufacturer, model, year of production, country of origin, engine type, series, and other features. The "VIN decoder" software takes this vehicle identification number as input and decrypts it, providing detailed information about the vehicle associated with the VIN. This can include information such as the vehicle's make, model, engine type, body type, color, special equipment, and sometimes even more specific details like the place of assembly. These programs are often used by car dealerships, insurers, automotive maintenance services, law enforcement agencies, and other professionals in the automotive industry to obtain accurate information about a given vehicle. Consumers can also use online VIN decoding tools to get information on the history of a used vehicle before making a purchase, for instance.