Hash Generator

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Generate MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512, SHA3-256, SHA3-512, Keccak-256, CRC32, and HMAC hashes from text or files

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MD5 is cryptographically broken and should not be used for security purposes. Use SHA-256 or SHA-512 instead.

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What is Hash Generator?

Free online hash generator to generate cryptographic hash values from any input text using MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256 algorithms.

Paste a string and get its MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256 digest at once, whether you need the SHA-256 of some text, an MD5 checksum to compare against a publisher's value, or a quick fingerprint of a config string. Hash functions produce a fixed-size fingerprint of your data that is unique to the input. This tool is useful for verifying file integrity, generating checksums, storing password hashes (in development contexts), and understanding how hash functions work. All hashing runs in your browser. No signup required.

How to Use Hash Generator

1Type or paste your text into the input field
2View the MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256 hash values generated instantly
3Click 'Copy' next to any hash to copy it to your clipboard
4Compare hash values to verify data integrity

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hash function?

A hash function takes any input data and produces a fixed-size string of characters (the hash or digest). The same input always produces the same hash, but even a tiny change in input produces a completely different hash. Hash functions are one-way - you cannot reverse a hash to find the original input.

What is the difference between MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256?

MD5 produces a 128-bit (32 hex character) hash and is fast but considered insecure for cryptographic purposes. SHA-1 produces a 160-bit (40 hex character) hash and is also deprecated for security use. SHA-256 produces a 256-bit (64 hex character) hash and is currently the standard for security applications.

Is MD5 still safe to use?

MD5 is not recommended for security-sensitive applications like password storage or digital signatures because collision attacks are feasible. However, MD5 is still acceptable for non-security purposes like checksums to verify file integrity or as a quick fingerprint for data deduplication.

How do I get the SHA-256 of a piece of text?

Paste the text into the input field. The SHA-256 digest is computed instantly alongside MD5 and SHA-1, and a Copy button puts the 64-character hex value on your clipboard. The same text always produces the same hash.

How do I verify a download with an MD5 or SHA-256 checksum?

Open the downloaded file's contents or the string you want to check, paste it here, and compare the generated hash against the checksum the publisher listed. If they match exactly, the data is intact and untampered.

Is my input sent to a server when hashing?

No. Hashing runs entirely in your browser, so the text you enter is never uploaded. That makes it safe to fingerprint tokens, config values, or other sensitive strings.

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Keep reading: Bash/Shell Cheat Sheet and hash algorithms reference. Doing this in code instead? See the hashing and security endpoints.