About Hash Generator

Generates cryptographic hashes from text or file input using six algorithms: MD5 (via SparkMD5), SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-512 (via Web Crypto API), SHA-3-256 (via js-sha3), and BLAKE2b (via blakejs). Hashes update live with a 300ms debounce as you type. Each algorithm is labeled with its security status—Broken (MD5), Deprecated (SHA-1), or Secure (SHA-256+). Includes reference test vectors for the string “abc” to verify output correctness.

  • MD5 via SparkMD5, SHA-1/256/512 via Web Crypto API, SHA-3-256 via js-sha3, BLAKE2b via blakejs
  • Toggle individual algorithms on/off to control which hashes are computed
  • Security badges: MD5 marked Broken, SHA-1 marked Deprecated, SHA-256/512/SHA-3/BLAKE2b marked Secure
  • Known test vectors for “abc” displayed as a verification reference
  • Hash history tracks up to 10 unique results with timestamps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this for password hashing?
No. General-purpose hash functions (even SHA-256) are too fast for password storage—they’re vulnerable to brute-force attacks. Use bcrypt, scrypt, or Argon2 for passwords. This tool is appropriate for file integrity checks, checksums, and data fingerprinting.
Is the hashing done server-side?
Everything runs in your browser. Text is hashed client-side using the Web Crypto API and JavaScript libraries. No data is transmitted to any server.

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