Hash Calculator

Compute cryptographic hashes instantly using the Web Crypto API. All processing happens in your browser.

Input Text

MD5

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SHA-1

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SHA-256

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SHA-384

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SHA-512

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Hash Comparison (paste a hash to check)

Enter a hash above and click "🔍 Compare" to check for a match.

Hash Algorithm Comparison

Algorithm	Output Length	Use Case
MD5	128 bits	Legacy checksums, non-security file verification
SHA-1	160 bits	Legacy systems (deprecated for security)
SHA-256	256 bits	Blockchain, TLS certificates, password hashing
SHA-384	384 bits	Higher security applications
SHA-512	512 bits	Maximum security, digital signatures

Note: MD5 and SHA-1 are not recommended for security-sensitive applications. Use SHA-256 or stronger for passwords, signatures, and integrity verification where collision resistance matters.