File Checksum

Prove a file is exactly what you expect — all hashing happens on your device.

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File Checksum

Compute SHA-1, SHA-256, and SHA-512 of any file. All hashing runs locally — the file never leaves your device.

Result

Hashes will appear here.

Why compute a file checksum?

A checksum is a short fingerprint of a file. If two files produce the same hash, they are byte-for-byte identical. Compare the hash here against one published by a download page to confirm the file was not corrupted or tampered with in transit.

Which hash should I use to verify a download?

SHA-256 is the standard for verifying downloads — it is collision-resistant and widely published by software vendors. SHA-1 is legacy and should only be used for compatibility; SHA-512 adds margin on 64-bit systems.

My hash does not match the published one — what now?

A mismatch means the file changed in transit or the source is wrong. Re-download from the official page, confirm you grabbed the exact same file (not a different version), and compare again. Never trust a file whose hash differs from the publisher’s.

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