Hash Generator

How to use Hash Generator

1. 1Enter text or drop a file. Type/paste text, or drop a file to hash its exact bytes.
2. 2Hashes compute instantly. All five algorithms run at once - MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512.
3. 3Compare or copy. Toggle uppercase for legacy systems, copy any hash with one click.

Hash Generator Features

• ✓MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512
• ✓Text and file input
• ✓Web Crypto for the SHA family
• ✓Uppercase toggle
• ✓Per-hash copy buttons
• ✓Files hashed locally - never uploaded

Hash Generator Frequently asked questions

Which hash should I use?

For security (passwords, signatures): SHA-256 or SHA-512. For checksums and legacy compatibility: MD5 or SHA-1 are fine for non-adversarial integrity checks, but both are broken against attackers - never use them for passwords or signatures.

Why isn't there SHA-3?

Browsers' Web Crypto API doesn't include SHA-3, and this tool only uses built-in crypto (plus a compact audited MD5 implementation) so it works fully offline. SHA-256/512 cover the same use cases.

Can I hash a large file?

Yes - files are streamed through the hash in chunks, so multi-gigabyte files work without loading everything into memory. It just takes a little longer.

Is hashing the same as encryption?

No. Hashing is one-way: you can't get the original back from a hash. That's what makes hashes useful for verification and (with proper salting) password storage.

Are my files uploaded to compute the hash?

No. Hashing runs entirely in your browser - for files, the bytes are read locally and only the digest is ever displayed.

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