What is a Cryptographic Hash Function?
A cryptographic hash function is a deterministic algorithm that takes an arbitrary block of data and returns a fixed-size bit string (the hash digest). A slight change to the input string produces an entirely different digest value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are hash algorithms reversible?
No. Cryptographic hashes are one-way functions. You cannot reverse a SHA-256 or SHA-512 hash digest back into its original plain text.
Is my input text sent to a server?
No. All hash calculations are performed locally in your browser using the native Web Crypto API (window.crypto.subtle).