Free Hash Generator — MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512

Need a quick hash of a string — a password to check against a stored digest, a data fingerprint, a checksum? The Tools.Town Hash Generator does it in-browser, in milliseconds.

Supported algorithms:

• MD5 — 128-bit. Fast, widely used for checksums (not recommended for passwords)
• SHA-1 — 160-bit. Legacy; avoid for new security applications
• SHA-256 — 256-bit. Current standard for most security applications
• SHA-384 — 384-bit. Higher security margin
• SHA-512 — 512-bit. Maximum strength in the SHA-2 family

Type or paste your text and all five hashes generate simultaneously. Copy any hash with one click.

The tool uses the browser’s native Web Crypto API — no third-party libraries, no server round-trips. Your text never leaves your device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hash algorithms are supported? MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, and SHA-512. For new projects, SHA-256 or SHA-512 are recommended.

Is MD5 secure? MD5 is cryptographically broken for security purposes (collision attacks are practical). Use SHA-256 or better for security-sensitive applications. MD5 is still useful for checksums and non-security data fingerprinting.

Does this send my text to a server? No — all hashing runs in-browser using the Web Crypto API. Your input never leaves your device.

Can I hash a file? The current version hashes text input. File hashing is on the roadmap.

Try it now — Open Hash Generator — no signup required.