Hashes & Security

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Verification

• Enter text to generate hashes

• Useful for file integrity verification

• Case-insensitive comparison

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Enter some text and click "Generate Hashes" to see the results.

Who Uses This Tool

  • Developers verifying API response integrity like ETag
  • System administrators checking file corruption with checksums
  • Security students learning about cryptographic legacy algorithms
  • Legacy system maintainers working with older databases
  • General users verifying downloaded file integrity

Key Features

  • Instant 32-character hexadecimal output
  • Client-side processing (no server uploads)
  • Supports long text inputs
  • One-click copy to clipboard
  • Case-insensitive input handling
  • Real-time generation as you type

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an MD5 hash used for?

MD5 is primarily used as a checksum to verify that a file has not been altered. It acts like a digital fingerprint; even a tiny change in the original file results in a completely different hash.

Is MD5 safe for passwords?

No. MD5 is vulnerable to collision attacks and is considered cryptographically broken for security. Use SHA-256 or bcrypt for storing passwords. Use MD5 only for non-security integrity checks.

Can I decrypt an MD5 hash?

No, MD5 is a one-way function. You cannot 'decrypt' it back to the original text. However, simple strings can be found via 'rainbow tables' (precomputed databases), which is why it's unsafe for passwords.

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