SHA Generator
Hash text with SHA-256 or SHA-512 for integrity checks and signatures.
SHA Generator
SHA-2 hash functions produce a fixed-length fingerprint of your input and are used for file integrity, digital signatures and many security protocols. Choose SHA-256 or SHA-512 and hash your text.
How to use SHA Generator
- Select SHA256 or SHA512.
- Enter your text under Content to Hash and click Generate Hash.
- Copy the hash.
When it comes in handy
- Verifying downloads against a published checksum.
- Generating fingerprints for data and configuration values.
- Testing code that computes SHA hashes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between SHA-256 and SHA-512?
SHA-256 produces a 64-character hex hash and SHA-512 a 128-character one. Both are considered secure for integrity checks.
Should I hash passwords with SHA-256?
Not on its own. Passwords need a slow, salted algorithm such as bcrypt or Argon2.
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