Hash

Apply hash functions

Codelime's hash tool is a feature that enables users to secure text by converting it into a fixed-size string of characters, which is computed using a hash function. The supported hash functions include:

• MD5: This is a widely used hash function that produces a 32-character hexadecimal number. It's fast but not recommended for security-critical applications due to vulnerabilities.

• SHA1: Produces a 40-character string and, like MD5, is no longer considered secure against well-funded attackers.

• SHA256: Part of the SHA-2 family, this function generates a 64-character string and is widely used for security applications.

• SHA384: Also a member of the SHA-2 family, producing a 96-character string, providing a longer hash value for enhanced security.

• SHA512: The largest hash in the SHA-2 family, yielding a 128-character string, it's used when a very strong hash is required.

Hash functions are fundamental in computing for various tasks such as verifying the integrity of data, securing passwords, and ensuring that a piece of data has not been altered. When you hash text using one of these functions in Codelime, it transforms your input into a string that looks completely different from the original text. This hash value is unique to the original piece of text—if even one letter changes in the input, the hash will change significantly.