Hash Generator
CalculatorsGenerate MD5 and SHA256 hash digests of text.
How to Use
1
Enter text
Type or paste the text you want to hash.
2
Choose an algorithm
Select MD5 or SHA256 from the dropdown.
3
Get the hash digest
Click Generate Hash and copy the resulting hex digest.
About Hash Generator
Hashes are the foundation of integrity checks, API signatures, and password handling, and generating them requires a tool you can trust. ILikePdf Hash Generator computes MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, and SHA-512 digests of any text, updating live as you type and comparing algorithms side by side. It is ideal for verifying downloads, building signatures, and testing hash logic. All hashing happens locally in your browser.
How to generate hashes Hash Generator
Step 1: Type or paste the text to hash.
Step 2: Select the algorithm — MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, or SHA-512.
Step 3: The digest updates as you type.
Step 4: Compare multiple algorithms side by side.
Step 5: Copy the hash you need.
Common use cases for Hash Generator
- Verify file integrity with checksums.
- Generate password hashes for development.
- Create API signature inputs.
- Test hash-based logic in your apps.
Pro tips
- SHA-256 is the modern default; MD5 and SHA-1 are weak for security.
- Hashing is one-way — you can't reverse the digest.
- All hashing happens locally in your browser.
- Compare all five algorithms side by side to verify implementations.
- Hashes are generated locally — the text never leaves your browser.
- The hex output is lowercase by default and ready for checksum tools.