How to Generate an MD5 Hash (Step by Step)
Generate an MD5 hash of any text in your browser — step by step, with a free MD5 generator. (Use SHA-256 for security.)
An MD5 hash is a 32-character fingerprint of your input — useful for checksums (not security):
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Open the MD5 generator
Open the MD5 hash generator.
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Enter your text
Type or paste the text to hash.
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Copy the hash
A 32-hex-character MD5 digest appears instantly. Copy it for your checksum.
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MD5 Hash Generator
Compute MD5 digest of text or files (up to 50 MB) in your browser. Output in hex or Base64.
Open toolSHA-256 Hash Generator
Compute SHA-256 digest of text or files in your browser using Web Crypto API. Output in hex or Base64.
Open toolHash Generator — All Algorithms
Compute MD4, MD5, SHA-1, SHA-224, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512, SHA3, Keccak-256, CRC-32 and NTLM hashes of text or files in your browser.
Open toolFrequently asked questions
Is MD5 safe for passwords?
No — MD5 is broken for security. Use it only for non-security checksums, and use SHA-256 with a salt and a proper KDF for passwords.