Hash Generator

Generate cryptographic hashes for your text using various algorithms including MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, and SHA-512. All hashing is performed locally in your browser.

Text to Hash:

MD5:

SHA-1:

SHA-256:

SHA-512:

What are Hash Functions?

A hash function is a mathematical algorithm that converts input data of any size into a fixed-size string of characters. The output, called a hash value or digest, is unique to the input data.

Common Hash Algorithms

MD5 (Message Digest Algorithm 5)

Produces a 128-bit (32 character) hash. Fast but considered cryptographically broken. Not recommended for security purposes, but still useful for checksums.

SHA-1 (Secure Hash Algorithm 1)

Produces a 160-bit (40 character) hash. Also considered weak for security purposes but widely used for version control systems like Git.

SHA-256

Produces a 256-bit (64 character) hash. Part of the SHA-2 family. Cryptographically secure and widely used for security applications and blockchain.

SHA-512

Produces a 512-bit (128 character) hash. More secure than SHA-256 with higher computational cost. Used when maximum security is required.

Common Uses

Password storage: Store hashed passwords instead of plain text
File verification: Verify file integrity and detect tampering
Digital signatures: Create and verify digital signatures
Blockchain: Used in cryptocurrency mining and verification
Data deduplication: Identify duplicate files or data