File Checksum Verifier
SecurityVerify file integrity with MD5, SHA-256, SHA-512 checksums online. Free file hash calculator - Compare downloads, detect tampering. 100% private, no uploads.
Upload Files
Drag & drop files here
or click to browse
Accepted: */*
Large file performance?
Browser local processing works best on Desktop for files over 100MB.
Verify Hash
Paste a known hash to verify it matches one of your uploaded files.
Checksum Results
Upload files to calculate checksums
Why Verify File Checksums?
Deep Dive: File Checksum Verifier
File checksum verification uses the Web Crypto API's SubtleCrypto.digest() to hash file contents. Files are read via FileReader API (as ArrayBuffer), then fed to the hash function in chunks to handle large files without exceeding memory. SHA-256 is the standard for verifying downloads (256-bit hash, 2^256 possible outputs, collision-resistant). SHA-512 offers more bits (512) but slower computation. SHA-1 is deprecated (collision attacks exist since 2017). The tool compares computed hashes against expected hashes (usually published on download pages) using constant-time comparison to prevent timing attacks. Match = file is authentic and unmodified; mismatch = file corrupted or tampered.
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Privacy Architecture
This tool uses client-side WebAssembly to ensure your data never touches a server. Secure, fast, and 100% private by design.
Core Capabilities
- SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512 via Web Crypto API
- Process multiple files at once (parallel hashing)
- Paste and verify expected hashes (constant-time comparison)
- Visual match/mismatch indicators (green checkmark / red X)
- One-click copy for all hashes (hexadecimal format)
- Secure client-side processing (FileReader + SubtleCrypto)
- No file size limits (chunks read incrementally)
- Free tool, works offline
- Warning: SHA-1 is broken—use SHA-256 or SHA-512
Why It Matters
- Security: Detect corrupted or tampered downloads before opening.
- Privacy: Files are processed locally - never uploaded anywhere.
- Speed: Instant hash calculation using modern browser APIs.
- Convenience: Verify multiple files in one session.
- Peace of Mind: Know your software downloads are authentic.
Quick Start Guide
Drag and drop files or click to browse and select files.
Wait for checksum calculation to complete.
Copy the hash you need or paste an expected hash to verify.
If verifying: paste the official hash and click 'Verify Hash'.
Green checkmark means the file is authentic; red warning means mismatch.
Usage Examples
Verify Software Download
Scenario 01Check that an ISO or installer matches official hash
ubuntu-24.04-desktop-amd64.iso
SHA-256: 8762f7e74e4d64d72fceb5f70682e6b069932deedb4949c6975d0f0fe0a91be3
Check File Integrity After Transfer
Scenario 02Ensure a file wasn't corrupted during USB or cloud transfer
important-document.pdf
SHA-256 matches original → File is intact
Batch Verification
Scenario 03Process multiple files and compare their hashes
file1.zip, file2.zip, file3.zip
All hashes calculated for comparison
Common Scenarios
Software Download Verification
Verify downloaded software matches the developer's published hash.
Detecting Corrupted Downloads
Check if a large file was corrupted during download.
Backup Integrity Verification
Ensure backup files haven't degraded over time.
Open Source Security
Verify downloaded open-source packages are authentic.
Questions?
Technical Architecture
Cryptographic Hash Functions
A cryptographic hash function produces a fixed-size output (fingerprint) from any input data. Key properties: **Deterministic**: Same input always produces same hash **One-way**: Cannot reverse a hash to get original data **Collision-resistant**: Extremely unlikely for two different files to produce same hash **Avalanche effect**: Small input changes create completely different hashes
Algorithm Comparison
**SHA-1** (160 bits): Legacy algorithm, theoretical weaknesses discovered. Use only for compatibility. **SHA-256** (256 bits): Current standard, used in TLS, Bitcoin, code signing. Recommended for most uses. **SHA-384** (384 bits): Truncated SHA-512, useful when you need more security than SHA-256. **SHA-512** (512 bits): Maximum security, recommended for high-value verification. Slightly slower than SHA-256.
Web Crypto API
This tool uses the browser's built-in Web Crypto API (SubtleCrypto) for hash calculation. Benefits: • **Native performance**: Hardware-accelerated on modern devices • **Security**: Implemented by browser vendors with rigorous testing • **Privacy**: No data leaves your device • **Standards-compliant**: Uses FIPS-approved algorithms
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