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Hash Generator
Generate MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, and SHA-512 hashes from text
About Cryptographic Hashes
A cryptographic hash function is a mathematical algorithm that maps data of arbitrary size to a fixed-size bit string. It is designed to be a one-way function, infeasible to invert.
Common uses of cryptographic hashes include:
- Password storage (using secure password hashing algorithms)
- File integrity verification
- Digital signatures
- Message authentication codes
Note: For security-sensitive applications, always use the strongest hash function available (e.g., SHA-256 or SHA-512) and implement proper salting techniques for password storage.