SHA-512 Hash Tool
Result
Secure Hashing
Utilizes the SHA-512 algorithm, part of the SHA-2 family, to produce a robust 512-bit hash for maximum security.
Data Integrity
Verify that your data has not been altered. Any change to the input message results in a completely different hash.
One-Way Function
SHA-512 is a one-way function, meaning the original message cannot be reverse-engineered from its hash output.
Fixed-Size Output
Regardless of the input message size, the SHA-512 algorithm always produces a fixed 512-bit (128 hex characters) output.
Avalanche Effect
A minor change in the input (e.g., a single character) will cause a drastic and unpredictable change in the output hash.
Industry Standard
Widely used in modern security protocols, including digital signatures, blockchain technology, and secure password storage.
About SHA-512
The Secure Hash Algorithm 512 (SHA-512) is a cryptographic hash function and a member of the SHA-2 family, designed by the United States National Security Agency (NSA). A hash function takes an input of any length and produces a fixed-size string of characters, which is the hash value.
SHA-512 generates a 512-bit (64-byte) hash, typically rendered as a 128-character hexadecimal number. It is computationally infeasible to find two different messages that hash to the same value (collision resistance) or to find a message that produces a given hash (preimage resistance). This makes it ideal for verifying data integrity and hashing passwords.
How to Use
- Enter Your Message: Type or paste the text you want to hash into the message field.
- Generate Hash: Click the "Generate Hash" button to perform the hashing operation. The page will process your input and display the result.
- View and Copy Result: The resulting 512-bit hash will appear in the result box. You can use the "Copy to Clipboard" button for convenience.