Generate cryptographic hashes instantly. Support for MD5, SHA1, SHA256, and SHA512 algorithms.
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Hash functions are deterministic, meaning the same input will always produce the same output. They're widely used in digital signatures, password storage, data integrity verification, and blockchain technology.
Produces a 128-bit (16-byte) hash value. Fast and widely used, but cryptographically broken. Best for non-security applications like file integrity checks.
Output: 32 hexadecimal characters
Produces a 160-bit (20-byte) hash value. More secure than MD5 but also considered cryptographically broken. Still used in some legacy systems.
Output: 40 hexadecimal characters
Produces a 256-bit (32-byte) hash value. Currently considered cryptographically secure and is the standard for most security applications including Bitcoin and SSL certificates.
Output: 64 hexadecimal characters
Produces a 512-bit (64-byte) hash value. The strongest SHA-2 algorithm, providing maximum security for applications requiring the highest level of cryptographic strength.
Output: 128 hexadecimal characters
Store only hash values of passwords, never the actual passwords. When users log in, their input is hashed and compared to the stored hash.
Verify that files haven't been corrupted during transmission by comparing hash values before and after transfer.
Create digital signatures by hashing documents and then encrypting the hash with a private key to prove authenticity and integrity.
Hash functions are fundamental to blockchain technology, creating the chain of blocks and ensuring data immutability.
The input data is processed in blocks, regardless of its original size
Complex mathematical operations are performed on the data blocks
The processed data is compressed into a fixed-length output
The final hash value is produced in hexadecimal format
No, hash functions are one-way functions. It's computationally infeasible to reverse a hash to reveal the original input. This is called the "one-way property."
The hash output will change completely. This is called the "avalanche effect" - a small change in input produces a dramatically different output.
For security applications, use SHA256 or SHA512. For non-security applications like file integrity checks, MD5 is fine. Avoid SHA1 for new security implementations.
Yes, theoretically possible but extremely unlikely with modern algorithms like SHA256. The probability is so low that it's practically impossible in real-world applications.